Grid Integration Summer Associate (Intern)

Company Description

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewable frontier across North America. Our mission-driven team of almost 400 professionals uses a data-focused approach and an unrivaled portfolio of projects to create solutions for the world’s most innovative and forward-thinking customers. For more information about how Apex is building the energy company of the future, visit apexcleanenergy.com.

Apex strives to excel in every phase of project realization, from origination and financing to construction and asset management. Our mission-driven team seeks determined, resolute individuals who strive to innovate and go above the call of duty, and who will relentlessly do their part to help accelerate the shift to America’s clean energy future. 

Job Description

The Transmission team is looking for individuals passionate about renewable energy with a keen interest in contributing to this industry and helping Apex accelerate the shift to clean energy. Our team is seeking a Grid Integration Summer Associate to provide electrical engineering and project coordination support in managing the portfolio of interconnection requests for the grid integration and operation of utility-scale renewable energy and storage projects across the US footprint.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Transmission & Interconnection, and working closely with Interconnection Managers, this role will directly support the execution of Apex’s renewable energy projects from a grid integration standpoint.

The ideal candidate displays strong quantitative and project management skills and is motivated by working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Preference will be given to candidates that have a sound understanding of power system fundamentals along with some knowledge of electricity markets in the US.

Responsibilities

• Utilize background in electrical engineering to submit new interconnection requests (wind, solar, storage, hybrid) in different regional markets
• Support the Interconnection Managers in overseeing technical project details and help coordinate with subject matter experts internal and external to Apex on tasks related to grid integration
• On a project specific or regional level, coordinate with grid operators and utilities on design, schedule, and costs that impact overall project attributes
• Coordinate with other Apex departments on interconnection related matters and accurately communicate timelines and anticipated costs
• Create or improve existing technical and project management tools to aid in more efficient management of the interconnection project portfolio
• Review results of power system/grid studies for renewable energy projects
• Assess the technical and commercial feasibility for interconnection of third-party projects that Apex acquires or provides diligence for
• Provide ad-hoc support in managing our current portfolio of projects from an interconnection standpoint and perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (master’s degree preferred)
• Basic understanding of the North American electric utility industry. Knowledge of interconnection rules and requirements in one or more markets is a plus
• Relevant coursework in electrical system design and power system fundamentals
• Experience creating single-line diagrams with a basic understanding of dynamic and load flow power system models
• Proven ability to be a creative thinker with excellent time-management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in both commercial and technical venues on a stand-alone basis
• Expected graduation date in December 2024 or May 2025

Additional Information

• The summer associate program will run from June 3 through August 9 but we can be flexible with the start and end dates
• Hours: Full Time 
• Type: Non-Exempt
• Paid Internship: Undergraduate, $17/Hour; Graduate, $27/Hour
• Office Location: Our Charlottesville, VA headquarters

Apex Clean Energy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.