Transmission Planning Manager

Join us to transform today's energy challenges into sustainable solutions for tomorrow, and make a difference for our planet and future generations.

Boralex has been providing renewable and affordable energy for over 30 years. The Group, composed of more than 800 employees, operates renewable assets with an installed capacity of over 3 GW and is developing a project portfolio of 6.8 GW in wind, solar, and energy storage.

In this role you will serve as a key resource for transmission and interconnection activities from a market perspective. Your primary responsibilities will include evaluation of transmission opportunities & constraints, pricing, congestion, and curtailment risk to support greenfield project development.

You will play an important role in

• Work with leadership and internal/external stakeholders to grow the company's portfolio through the identification of new transmission and interconnection opportunities in various target markets (PJM, MISO, NYISO, IESO, HydroQuebec).
• Design the best strategy for project interconnection using analytical tools and methods.
• Management of budget, schedule, and quality to ensure successful completion of power system studies projects.
• Develop a thorough understanding and evaluation of potential interconnection options for projects, and the related costs, benefits, and challenges for each option.
• Actively attend ISO/RTO market stakeholder meetings and stay up-to-date with ISO/RTO market changes in terms of system and resource outlooks.
• Create and maintain relationships that encourage collaboration and respect with the ISO/RTO.
• Manage ISO/RTO portals, applications, and submissions.
• Monitor tariff and policy changes and track key transmission upgrades in target markets.
• Effectively manage 3rd-party resources to conduct technical and economic evaluation studies of Solar, Wind, and Energy Storage projects.
• Clearly communicate any commercial risks to the Development team and senior management, as appropriate.
• Conduct regular update meetings with the Development teams.
• Support the Origination and Commercial team with RFPs for power purchase agreements.

To succeed in this position, you need

• 10-15 years industry experience in the renewable (Developer) and transmission space (ISO, Transmitter, Consultant)
• 5+ years of transmission and interconnection planning experience.
• Ability to use proficiently Siemens PSS/E, PowerGEM TARA or other Powerflow software.
• Python programming experience is considered an asset
• PSCAD EMT modelling experience is considered an asset
• Knowledge of regulatory and market issues specific to transmission.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills.
• Thorough attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to balance competing priorities and manage multiple projects.

Your profile doesn’t perfectly match the criteria listed above? Your skills could still make a difference! If you think you can contribute to our growth, don't hesitate to try your luck and apply.

To be fully fulfilled in your daily life

By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition, while adding your talent to an agile team. You will benefit from continuous training, flexible working hours and remote work, a retirement plan enhanced by Boralex, and a group insurance plan tailored to your personal needs.

Together, we will build a sustainable and inclusive world

By joining our team, you will contribute to the growth of a company committed to the energy transition. Boralex promotes a culture of sustainable performance, aligned with its business objectives. We focus on long-term growth and profitability while aiming for the satisfaction of all our stakeholders. Continuous improvement is essential, with ambitious and measurable goals, and this culture is fostered by autonomy, the right to make mistakes, and employee empowerment.

Transparency, inclusion, and kindness are essential elements in creating a rewarding work environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. This is why we raise awareness among all our teams on these issues and offer support networks, best practices, and educational content.

We value the diversity of experiences, perspectives, and expressions among our colleagues, partners, and communities. Feel free to join us, regardless of your age, origin, gender, potential disability, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

Boralex, beyond renewable energy!

• Contribute to the growth of a company that’s actively involved in energy transition.
• Add your talent to an agile work team.
• Expand your knowledge through continuous learning.
• Keep fit with a membership allowance at a sports centre of your choice. Spend more time with your family thanks to a flexible and independent schedule.
• Plan your life beyond your career thanks to a pension plan to which Boralex contributes.

Be the source of our energy!