Grid Interconnection Lead, Utility-Scale BESS

CATL; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CATL in Canada seeks a Technical Design Manager/Engineer to own grid interconnection, compliance and integration for a portfolio of utility-scale BESS across NA, with a flexible home-based setup. You will lead grid studies, coordinate with TSOs/DSOs, and work with development, engineering, EPC and commercial teams to ensure energisation and COD, while managing grid risks and regulatory tracking.

A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 5–7 years in grid interconnection is required; a Master’s

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years in grid interconnection for utility-scale assets.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; PE/Chartered desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end grid interconnection and integration lifecycle for utility-scale BESS projects.
• Lead grid studies (load flow, short circuit, harmonics) and review external reports.
• Coordinate with TSOs/DSOs and network operators for energisation and COD.
• Collaborate with development, engineering, EPC, construction and commercial teams.
• Track interconnection tariffs, grid codes and market rules; maintain risk registers.

Skills

Grid interconnection

Power systems engineering

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SCADA

EMS/PCS

BMS

Protection & control

Job description

CATL in Canada seeks a Technical Design Manager/Engineer to own grid interconnection, compliance and integration for a portfolio of utility-scale BESS across NA, with a flexible home-based setup. You will lead grid studies, coordinate with TSOs/DSOs, and work with development, engineering, EPC and commercial teams to ensure energisation and COD, while managing grid risks and regulatory tracking.

A Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering with 5–7 years in grid interconnection is required; a Master’s