Electrical and HV Technical Services Engineer at Intersect Power

Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Renewable Energy, Clean EnergyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field—or equivalent experience in HV operations; advanced certifications in HV or power systems are a plus
  • 5+ years of experience with high-voltage substations, transmission interconnections, or HV systems for utility-scale renewable energy projects; experience with utility-scale BESS is preferred
  • Strong expertise in troubleshooting HV equipment, analyzing relay event records, and leading root cause analysis
  • Proven experience managing HV maintenance, inspections, and switching operations with utilities and O&M providers
  • Solid understanding of NERC, IEEE, and utility operational requirements, with ability to apply them in the field
  • Proficiency with SCADA/EMS systems, electrical schematics, and maintenance management tools
  • Located within 60 miles of SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; or Toronto, ON
  • Willingness to travel 50% to project sites in California and Texas

Responsibilities

  • Serve as subject matter expert for substations, interconnections, and protection systems, ensuring safe and compliant operations
  • Establish and maintain HV operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and preventive maintenance programs
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams on upgrades, design reviews, and long-term reliability planning
  • Lead root cause analysis of faults and outages, driving corrective and preventive solutions
  • Provide direct technical support during outages and maintenance events to minimize downtime
  • Oversee switching operations, inspections, testing, and warranty remediation in coordination with O&M partners
  • Provide technical oversight during construction—conduct field inspections and witness tests to ensure engineering standards are met
  • Report on system performance, events, and resolutions to executives, regulators, and key stakeholders
  • Ensure alignment with NERC, IEEE, and utility requirements across fleet operations

Skills

High Voltage Systems
Substations
Interconnections
Root Cause Analysis
Preventive Maintenance
Asset Reliability
Compliance
Operations & Maintenance
Renewable Energy
Electrical Engineering

Intersect Power

Develops and operates clean energy projects

About Intersect Power

Intersect Power focuses on creating large-scale clean energy projects that aim to significantly reduce carbon emissions. The company develops, constructs, and operates renewable energy infrastructure, primarily solar power plants, and sells the generated electricity to various clients, including businesses and government entities, through structured agreements known as offtakes. This model provides a stable revenue stream by ensuring energy is sold at predetermined prices. Intersect Power stands out from competitors due to its innovative approach to integrating clean electricity into the economy and its recognition in the Sustainability category of Fast Company's 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards. The company's goal is to redefine the clean energy industry and contribute to deep decarbonization efforts to combat climate change.

Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$7,309MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
Energy, Social ImpactIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Parental Leave
Mental Health Support
Family Planning Benefits
Phone/Internet Stipend
Home Office Stipend

Risks

Dependence on large clients like Google poses revenue risks.
Rapid expansion may strain financial resources and cause cash flow issues.
Competitive landscape intensification could impact market share and pricing power.

Differentiation

Intersect Power integrates clean electricity into the broader economy innovatively.
The company has a pipeline of 3.2GWDC solar and storage projects for 2023.
Intersect Power operates in both retail and wholesale energy markets.

Upsides

Google's $800m investment boosts Intersect Power's clean energy initiatives.
Federal incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act enhance project financial viability.
Advancements in solar panel efficiency improve project profitability.

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