Full-Time

Senior Solar Grid Integration Engineer

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Nexamp

Nexamp

501-1,000 employees

Community solar energy solutions provider

Energy

Junior, Mid, Senior

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence in Chicago with some business travel.

Category
Water Resources Engineering
Architecture & Civil Engineering
Required Skills
Power BI
AutoCAD
Word/Pages/Docs
Salesforce
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 2+ years of relevant experience with a utility, solar developer, Regional Transmission Organization, or consultancy, focusing on technical aspects of interconnection or interconnection-related activities and issues.
  • Strong knowledge of industry standard design codes such as National Electric Code, International Building Code, International Fire Code and other standards relevant to the industry.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
  • Working knowledge in AutoCAD software.
  • Moderate proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Moderate proficiency with Microsoft collaboration tools (Salesforce, Teams, Power BI, SharePoint, etc.)
  • Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and tasks.
  • Ability to work in a team environment as well as work independently.
  • Valid Drivers License and EIT Certification.
  • Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.
  • Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
  • Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
  • Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
  • Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
  • Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.
Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of utility interconnection applications from initial submission through project close out.
  • Function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on technical standards (i.e. IEEE 1547, NFPA 70, UL 1741, etc.) and requirements (utility) for Distributed Generation projects within an assigned geographic region.
  • Perform detailed review, analysis, QA/QC and interpretation of technical documentation, utility interconnection applications, utility pre-screen reports, System Impact Studies, and Interconnection Service Agreements.
  • Provide expert technical advice during study reviews and deliver recommendations to internal teams on study outcomes.
  • Prepare interconnection cost estimation and hosting capacity map analyses to assist development in identifying low-cost interconnection locations.
  • Work alongside Project Managers on value engineering and cost optimization for projects.
  • Act as technical consulting support during negotiations and disputes regarding project timelines and costs for assigned projects.
  • Participate in the technical closure of projects, including field support along with reviewing witness tests and energization procedures. May also attend site visits and witness tests as required.
  • Number of projects actively supporting at a given time should be 70-80.
  • Lead and contribute to special projects aimed at refining internal processes and setting industry standards, with a focus on innovation in interconnection means and methods. This may include (but not limited to) non-wires alternatives, selective curtailment, and other grid-enhancing technologies.
  • Building and managing key relationships with internal stakeholders, and driving strategic developments and insights.
  • Leading comprehensive technical assessments to identify interconnection challenges in a given region and creating solutions to overcome technical hurdles (to improve project success).
  • Support technical working groups both internally and externally.
  • Participate in project design reviews; review of single line diagrams, three-line diagrams, and site layout designs for compliance with utility requirements, which may include incorporating any utility design requirements and/or effective grounding equipment.
  • Respond to RFIs on active construction projects as required.
  • Provide guidance and recommendations for navigating change with utilities.
  • Mentor Interconnection Engineers, sharing expertise and leading by example in all aspects of interconnection processes.
  • Support business development through pre-application activities such as site selection based on thorough analysis.
  • Additional duties as assigned and/or directed.

Nexamp specializes in solar energy solutions, focusing on Community Solar projects that allow homeowners and small businesses to benefit from solar energy without needing to install rooftop panels. Customers can save up to 10% on their electricity bills by subscribing to a share of a local solar farm's output. The company serves a diverse clientele, including individual homeowners, small businesses, and property owners, providing a straightforward way to reduce electricity costs and support clean energy initiatives. Nexamp manages every aspect of solar projects, from design and construction to ongoing maintenance, and generates revenue through subscriptions, project development, and energy storage solutions. Their goal is to make clean energy accessible and affordable while contributing to a sustainable future.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$1B

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

21%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Nexamp secured $520M funding, indicating strong investor confidence.
  • Partnership with Starbucks enhances energy equity and expands solar projects in Illinois.
  • Registered Apprenticeship Program in Illinois boosts workforce development in renewable energy.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from other community solar providers may erode market share.
  • Potential project delays due to local zoning and permitting challenges.

What makes Nexamp unique

  • Nexamp specializes in Community Solar, allowing savings without rooftop installations.
  • The company offers integrated services from solar project design to ongoing maintenance.
  • Nexamp partners with property owners to turn land into profitable solar sites.

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