Grid Interconnection and Regulatory Lead

Job Description

We are currently looking for a Grid Interconnection and Regulatory Lead to join our Business Development team in Chile.

The Grid Interconnection and Regulatory Lead will be responsible for leading Statkraft’s strategic agenda related to grid interconnection, power systems and electricity regulation in Chile.

The position will provide technical and regulatory expertise across the development and operation of renewable generation, storage and hybrid assets, translating grid requirements and regulatory developments into investment decisions, compliance actions, operational improvements and value-creation opportunities.

The role will have a cross-functional scope, working closely with Business Development, Strategic Operations, Project Delivery, Asset Management, Market and Legal.

Key responsabilities:

• Define and coordinate grid interconnection strategies, including the technical, regulatory and economic assessment of connection alternatives for renewable generation, storage and hybrid projects.
• Coordinate power-system studies, including load flow, short circuit, stability, transient, power quality and protection coordination studies.
• Assess grid constraints, maximum injection capacities, required modifications and compliance with applicable technical requirements.
• Provide technical leadership during energisation, synchronisation, commissioning and performance testing of new or modified generation, storage and hybrid facilities.
• Ensure the appropriate technical and regulatory readiness of projects before commercial operation and support the transition from project development and construction into operations.
• Provide specialised power-system and regulatory support to Asset Management and O&M, including the assessment of grid-related operational events, technical restrictions and compliance matters.
• Lead and coordinate regulatory matters related to market operation and dispatch, capacity remuneration, storage participation, transmission and electricity-market participation, with particular focus on grid interconnection.
• Assess regulatory developments and their potential impact on Statkraft’s projects, operations and investment decisions.
• Provide regulatory and technical advice for project development, acquisitions, divestments, contracting, financing and investment decisions.
• Represent Statkraft, in coordination with Legal and the relevant business areas, on relevant grid, regulatory and energy sector matters in external forums.
• Promote consistent regulatory interpretation and effective cross-functional coordination across the organisation.

Qualifications

We are looking for a professional with solid experience in the Chilean electricity sector and a strong understanding of both the technical and regulatory dimensions of power systems.

The following qualifications and experience are required for the position:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil/Industrial Engineering or an equivalent discipline, preferably with a focus on power systems.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in electricity markets, regulation, system operation, generation or transmission, electrical studies, grid interconnection, sector permitting or technical coordination of generation projects or operating assets.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, transmission and substations, renewable interconnection, RMS and EMT studies, protection systems, power quality, inverter-based resources, BESS, hybrid projects, Ancillary Services and NTSyCS.
• Solid understanding of Chilean electricity regulation and market framework.
• Proficiency in specialised power-system and electrical-modelling software.
• Advanced English.
• Experience with hydro, wind, solar PV, BESS and hybrid technologies is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience working with senior stakeholders and external industry parties.

Additional Information

Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance.

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, nationality or disability.