Manager, Solar and Storage Reliability Initiatives

The Solar Energy Industries Association seeks a Manager for Solar and Storage Reliability Initiatives in Washington. The role involves supporting reliable integration of solar energy resources into the grid, focusing on inverter-based resources and related standards. The ideal candidate should have expertise in renewable energy, power electronics, and industry regulations. Responsibilities include creating educational content, participating in working groups, and advising on best practices for solar and storage integration.
Company Profile

The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) is the national trade association for the solar and storage industry and represents more than 1,200 member companies and 263,000 Americans working across the United States. SEIA is leading the transformation to a clean energy economy and is creating the framework for solar to reach 30% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. We work with our member companies and strategic partners to fight for policies that create jobs in every community and shape fair market rules that promote competition and the growth of reliable, low-cost solar power.

SEIA does this by supporting pro-solar policies at the state and federal levels, developing cutting-edge market research, hosting educational events and webinars, and serving as the voice of the solar and storage industry.

SEIA employees are passionate, forward-thinking leaders who start every day knowing that their work makes a difference. SEIA values diversity and fosters an inclusive, lively company culture that celebrates team success. The association has earned numerous awards for its work and company culture and was named by the Washington Post as a 2023 and 2024 Top Workplace and a Best Nonprofit to Work For by the Nonprofit Times.

Position Summary

The Manager of Solar and Storage Reliability Initiatives is expected to be knowledgeable in renewable energy, specifically solar and storage resources, power electronics, inverters, and related components, and their integration into the grid. The candidate will support SEIA and its member initiatives on emerging developments across the industry and support on all aspects of reliable integration of solar energy resources into the grid. In particular, the candidate will be supporting SEIA’s involvement in the development and implementation of the new ISO/RTO/NERC voltage and frequency ride-through regulations, modeling, interconnection requirements impacting all current and future inverter-based resources (IBRs). The ideal candidate is expected to have a good understanding of the dynamics around solar energy reliability, power electronics, evolving industry standards, OEMs, and supply chains. Experience or familiarity in Solar energy integration, IBRs, PPCs, modeling techniques, ISO/RTO requirements, DER interconnection, and storage aspects. Experience working in a utility company, EPC firm, Developer, consulting company, or an OEM is preferred.

Core Duties & Responsibilities
• Track, document, and create educational content and support on all aspects of reliable integration of solar energy resources into the grid.
• Assist and support SEIA’s policy on reliable integration of Solar and Storage IBR resources.
• Participate in regional and national working groups and task forces related to IBRs and track associated standards to support SEIA’s members.
• Knowledgeable in inverter-based resources, modeling and integration standards/requirements across NERC/ISO/RTO’s and advise on best practices. Familiarity with industry standards such as IEEE 1547 series, UL1741, IEEE2800/2800.2, and other regional ISO or NERC standards/requirements related to IBR.
• Knowledge of current and emerging Solar and Storage interconnection requirements across ISO/RTO’s and advise on best practices that support seamless integration.
• Liaison with SEIA’s OEM members, DOE, National Labs, and peer organizations to study and analyze emerging standards, developments, and tests and support related activities.
• Plan, host webinars and conferences to communicate topics of importance to ensure reliability of Solar and Storage resources.

Professional Experience, Education & Other Qualifications
• 3-5 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or related field with renewable energy, inverter-based resources or modeling expertise
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Excellent oral communication, writing, and editing skills, including meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and independent work style
• Strong time management skills
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team environment
• A strong work ethic and a customer-first attitude in order to thrive in our fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Commitment to learning new skills
• Computer literacy skills (including Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams)

Working Conditions
• Work is in an office environment or remote environment that is suitably equipped with internet and telephone access.
• SEIA employees in the Washington, D.C. region follow a hybrid remote and in-person office model. Employees are expected to work a minimum of 3 days a week in an office environment and as needed when there are special events or meetings.
• Travel may be necessary.

Compensation Range

$65,000- $70,000 annually, based on experience and excellent benefits package.

Working at SEIA

SEIA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, homelessness, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. SEIA complies with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we employ staff. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

SEIA is an EVERIFY employer.