Manage a team of schedulers to optimize the performance of renewable energy assets in the ERCOT and CAISO markets, ensuring compliance and profitability.
Company Overview
Intersect Power is a team of friends driven to preserve our planet for future generations through low-carbon energy and infrastructure solutions. Intersect Power is a privately held clean energy company bringing innovative, scalable, American-made, low-carbon solutions to its customers in global energy markets. We develop, own, and operate some of the world’s largest grid-tied clean energy resources, as well as co-located facilities for large industrial loads, including data centers, e-fuels, and other energy-intensive products. We are laser-focused on the largest, most transformative clean energy projects that decarbonize the existing power grid and bring new loads to clean generation without the need for new transmission. Intersect is redefining the scope of the clean energy industry by enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy. We are on an aggressive growth trajectory and are looking to fill key roles with talented professionals who want to make an impact.
Location & Team Gatherings
Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.
We are currently seeking candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
About This Position
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Power Scheduling Leader to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the ERCOT and CAISO electricity markets, and experience managing a team of schedulers, scheduling and dispatching renewable energy assets, specifically PV and BESS.
The Power Scheduling Leader will play a vital role in optimizing the performance of our renewable energy portfolio, ensuring compliance with market regulations, and maximizing profitability.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Manage a growing team of highly skilled and motivated schedulers
- Manage the day-to-day scheduling and dispatch of PV and BESS assets in the ERCOT and CAISO markets.
- Develop and implement power scheduling strategies to optimize asset performance and revenue generation.
- Monitor and analyze real-time market conditions, grid operations, and weather forecasts to make informed scheduling decisions.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable ERCOT and CAISO market rules and regulations.
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including traders, plant operators, and transmission providers.
- Develop and maintain scheduling models, protocols and tools to support decision-making.
- Identify and evaluate opportunities to improve scheduling efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in power scheduling and renewable energy.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in power scheduling, with a focus on renewable energy assets.
- 3+ years of experience in managing power scheduling or real-time power trading teams.
- Strong understanding of ERCOT and CAISO market structures, rules, and regulations.
- Hands-on experience with PV and BESS scheduling and dispatch.
- Proficiency in power scheduling software and tools.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
- Experience with energy storage optimization.
- Knowledge of forecasting and risk management techniques.
- Familiarity with data analytics and visualization tools.
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*A note on qualifications: Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
- Mostly sedentary work; using standard office equipment including: a computer, keyboard, and telephone.
- Position is part of a remote team, with regular electronic and video communication
- The position requires 4x per year travel for company-wide meetups across US & Canada and regional meetings as needed by the department.
- This role will need to work during the two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year)
Reasonable accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [email protected].
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: USD$135,000 - $145,000 or CAD$193, 000 - $208,000 base salary with 40-50% annual target bonus
- Exceptional Healthcare: Access comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with 100% premium coverage for both you and your dependents.
- Financial Security: Benefit from a 3% non-elective employer contribution to either your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track.
- Time Off: Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) + two company-wide vacation weeks (Fourth of July & End of year). We believe in the importance of rest and relaxation.
- Family-Friendly Policies: Experience up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. We support you through the exciting journey of parenthood.
- Mental Health and Well-being: Access mental health and behavioral coaching services through Headspace providing you with the support you need to thrive both personally and professionally.
- Family Planning Support: Navigate family planning with ease through our partnership with Carrot and Maven, ensuring a seamless experience for new parents.
- Perks: Enjoy a variety of perks, including a $150 USD monthly food stipend on UberEats, pet insurance allowance, and $150 USD monthly phone & internet reimbursement.
- Tech-Ready: Gear up with our new hire tech package, including a laptop, monitor, docking station, webcam, headphones, and more. Set up your home office with provided furniture, including a desk and chair.
Note: We welcome applicants who do not have current enforceable non-compete restrictions that would hinder their employment with us. If you are currently under a non-compete agreement with a previous employer, we kindly request that you carefully review the terms of that agreement and ensure that your potential employment with us does not violate those terms.
Unsolicited resumes or referrals from third-party recruiting firms or agencies are not accepted by Intersect Power.
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