Intersect Power

Enabling new pathways between clean electricity and the broader economy

Interconnection Engineering Lead

Full-stack EngineerSoftware EngineerFull TimeRemoteTeam 51-200Since 2016H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

California + 3 moreAll locations: California, Colorado, New York, Texas

Posted

67 days ago

Salary

$182K - $208K / year

Postgraduate Degree7 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Own and execute interconnection strategy for generation and large load projects across priority markets, with a primary focus on ERCOT. • Provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise across the full project lifecycle. • Ensure interconnection solutions are technically sound, strategically aligned, and executable. • Lead end-to-end generator and large load interconnection processes from early development through COD. • Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term interconnection strategies aligned with the company’s development and investment roadmap. • Serve as the primary point of contact with utilities, ERCOT, and relevant stakeholders on all interconnection-related matters. • Build and maintain strong working relationships with transmission owners, system operators, and regulatory bodies. • Actively participate in transmission planning meetings, stakeholder forums, task forces, and working groups. • Review and interpret interconnection study results, including feasibility, system impact, and facilities studies. • Independently replicate study findings, identify errors, assess sensitivities, and develop alternative mitigation solutions where appropriate. • Support Origination, Development, Engineering, Construction, and Project Finance teams with interconnection expertise throughout the project lifecycle. • Monitor interconnection reforms, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies impacting interconnection policy and execution.

Job Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience with an IPP, project developer, ISO/RTO, utility, or power systems consulting firm.
  • Demonstrated experience with interconnection studies, transmission planning, and IBR modeling, particularly in ERCOT.
  • Strong working knowledge of FERC, NERC, and ISO/RTO interconnection requirements, standards, and processes.
  • Hands-on experience with at least one, and preferably several, of the following tools: PSLF, PowerWorld, PSSE, PSCAD, TARA, and ASPEN.
  • Direct experience with transmission and distribution interconnection tariffs, procedures, and studies in key markets, specifically ERCOT.
  • Experience supporting large load interconnections and non-traditional interconnection use cases.
  • Proven ability to lead complex technical processes while managing multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence technical and non-technical audiences.
  • A self-directed work style and sound judgment in ambiguous, fast-evolving environments.
  • Active participation or leadership in industry working groups or task forces.
  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

Benefits

  • 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
  • Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
  • Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
  • Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions
  • Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
  • 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP
  • $150 monthly food stipend
  • $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet
  • Pet insurance allowance
  • Full home office setup
  • Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

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