Energy Storage Transmission Planning & Interconnection Manager, Technical Studies - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company in the renewable energy sector, where you can make a significant impact on utility-scale energy storage projects. This fully remote position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including an open PTO policy and flexible work hours. As part of a dynamic team, you'll engage in innovative projects that support the transition to sustainable energy. If you have a background in engineering and a passion for renewable energy, this role provides an exciting opportunity to grow and contribute to a greener future.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Open PTO policy

Flexible work hours

Health benefits

Support from leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering.
• Experience with power flow modeling tools and understanding of transmission interconnection.

Responsibilities

• Support transmission planning interconnection studies for operational needs.
• Facilitate power flow and dynamic analysis using various modeling tools.

Skills

Power flow modeling

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

PSCAD

PSLF

PowerWorld

Python

SQL

MS Excel

Job description

Employer Industry: Renewable Energy

Why consider this job opportunity:

1. Competitive base salary with comprehensive compensation packages
2. Open PTO policy and flexible work hours
3. Health benefits and support from a transparent Executive Leadership Team
4. Opportunity to work on dynamic utility-scale energy storage projects
5. Fast-paced work culture built for growth and innovation
6. Fully remote position available, with a hybrid option in Houston, TX

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

1. Support transmission planning interconnection studies for operational and development portfolio needs
2. Facilitate power flow, stability, and dynamic analysis using tools such as PSS/E, TARA, PSCAD, PSLF, and PowerWorld
3. Engage in renewable energy and battery storage interconnection application models
4. Develop and build automation tools in Python, SQL, and/or MS Excel for data analysis
5. Support renewable interconnection stakeholder engagement, including utilities, RTOs, and ISOs

What is Required (Qualifications):

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering
2. Power flow modeling experience with tools such as PSS/E, PSLF, PSCAD, ASPEN, MUST, TARA, and/or PowerWorld
3. Understanding of the transmission interconnection application process
4. Familiarity with electricity market policy and rules related to interconnection and transmission planning
5. Experience working with ISOs (Independent System Operators) and/or RTOs (Regional Transmission Organizations)

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

1. Exposure to economic transmission market planning and analysis using tools like PROMOD, GridView, UPlan, or Plexos
2. Working knowledge of utility-scale renewable energy operations, including wind, solar, and energy storage
3. Strong communication and presentation skills with a solution-driven attitude