Connections Manager

Who are GridBeyond?

GridBeyond are a green tech energy scale-up company, with big plans to disrupt the energy sector on a relentless course to achieve our vision of delivering a global zero carbon future. With well-established roots in the demand side response space, we have expanded our commercial strategical thinking and product portfolio to enable us to break new global market barriers.

How do GridBeyond do this?

We do this by living our Mission, leveraging AI to innovate and collaborate with our customers creating optimal value from renewable energy generation, demand and storage to deliver a zero-carbon future.

What s the business and culture like?

Over the last 24 months, we have doubled the amount of people that work with us and expanded our business operations over an international landscape. With people working in Ireland, UK, US, Japan and Australia-we are company that understands the importance of connection and thrive on the purpose of our work. We are proud to contribute to a greener, cleaner world for everyone to live in.

What s this role about?

We are looking for a highly qualified electrical engineer with significant experience in Grid Connections to take on a crucial role in facilitating the smooth integration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The selected candidate will become part of our expanding US team, leading the design, optimization, and execution of small, medium, and large-scale projects. These projects will primarily focus on battery installations, smart switchgear, and transformer upgrades, enabling customers to connect their large energy-consuming assets to various grid schemes.

Responsibilities:

• Offer technical guidance and expertise throughout all phases of the project, from the initial feasibility assessment to the site going live for both distribution and transmission connections.
• Conduct preliminary grid feasibility assessments.
• Create conceptual designs for interconnection facilities and associated costs.
• Compile and manage the grid connection application process.
• Evaluate utility interconnection studies (including feasibility, impact, and facility studies) and review connection agreements and designs.
• Perform system studies and design for hybrid generation solutions.
• Assess utility expansion plans to identify potential opportunities.
• Carry out initial designs for battery integration as part of tender package.
• Create high level tender packages and manger the tender process.

What will I be doing?

Utility Coordination:

• Provide planning for grid and transmission systems, as well as congestion analysis, to support development activities primarily in the USA.
• Prepare and manage the Utility Connection Agreement and Revenue Metering Plan.
• Interface with utility companies during the study period and facilitate SCADA interface requirements.
• Conduct consultations and reviews with relevant bodies during the permitting process.

Design Package Development

Create a design package for pricing that includes:

• Connection agreements and support for third-party specialists.
• Specifications for BESS functionality, control, and metering equipment.
• Switchgear specifications for both LV and HV systems.
• Utility protection, transformer, earthing, and cabling details.
• Civil works requirements, including concrete slabs and fencing.
• Monitoring specifications and AutoCAD drawings.
• Compliance with relevant standards and directives.
• Scripts for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and commissioning requirements.

Technical Documentation Review:

• Review technical documentation from contractors, suppliers, and utilities.
• Implement lessons learned from previous projects and assess for cost-saving solutions.
• Ensure all required documentation is provided and understand project milestones.

Construction Phase Support:

• Provide design-related support to installers and approve alternative solutions for unforeseen issues.
• Conduct site inspections and proactively address any installation issues.
• Maintain a lesson learned register and photo log of project progress

Commissioning:

• Execute the commissioning checklist and test battery functionality.
• Record results from BESS control screens, power analyzers, and remote monitoring.
• Confirm protection settings for circuit breakers and witness utility protection testing.
• Update design drawings to reflect as-built conditions and create operation and maintenance manuals.

Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key customers and third-party contractors.
• Stay informed about advancements in BESS, EV chargers, and PV technologies.

Continuous Improvement:

• Utilize each project as an opportunity to refine design and execution processes.
• Contribute to the development of a standards library, including templates, drawings, and equipment specifications.

Core Competencies:

Experience: A minimum of 5 years in the electrical and/or renewable fields, with specific experience in connecting renewables and BESS to the grid. Engaging utilities regarding connection agreements would be highly valued.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to produce comprehensive scope of work packages, including documents, drawings, and specifications.
• In-depth understanding of BESS/UPS operation and installation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems (both low voltage and high voltage) and civil engineering principles.

Regulatory Knowledge: Excellent understanding of local acts, regulations, permits, standards, and directives related to BESS.

Communication Skills: Proficient in both oral and written communication, enabling effective interaction with various stakeholders.

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address challenges that may arise in the field.

Utility Knowledge: Understanding of utility grid practices, including interconnection, transmission

What do I need to be a good technical fit for this role?

• A bachelor s degree in electrical engineering / power engineering
• Proven experience in energy storage systems, electrical design, or utility coordination
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and technical documentation review.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• A full and valid driving license.
• Proficiency in power simulation software, such as PSCAD.

What behaviors are rewarded at GridBeyond?

• Customer Obsession- We keep our customers at the forefront of every decision we
• Relentless- We push beyond boundaries, overcome obstacles. We refuse to give up and will never settle for less than world class.
• Integrity - We are committed to conducting ourselves with honesty, ethics, and transparency. We foster trust and respect with our colleagues, customers and partners.
• Agility- We value agility and the willingness to embrace new ideas and
• Collaboration- We foster a culture of cooperation, communication, and shared

Can you tell me about the benefits?

• Excellent salary to experience
• X% performance based annual bonus (if relevant)
• 30/31 paid days off per year (including holidays)
• 401K with generous employer contribution
• Paid market leading medical insurance cover
• Self-development funding
• Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Remote working model