ERCOT Interconnection Lead - Execution & Stakeholder Management

ENGIE Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 206,885; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

ESPP

Generous PTO

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. in Houston is seeking an Interconnection Specialist Advisor to own the interconnection lifecycle for ERCOT-facing utility-scale renewable projects from early development through key study milestones and toward advancement.

You will coordinate with ERCOT, utilities, and internal teams to resolve issues, manage timelines, drive execution under pressure, and ensure milestones are met while navigating complex requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 10 years of interconnection experience including ERCOT
• Experience managing interconnection processes end-to-end, including timelines and study phases
• Strong knowledge of ERCOT interconnection milestones and deadlines
• Ability to translate study results into business actions
• Ability to challenge assumptions professionally and drive outcomes
• Strong execution mindset in multi-project environments with strict timelines
• Excellent collaboration and communication with stakeholders
• Self-directed execution and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Interconnection Ownership: Manage ERCOT interconnection projects through all study phases, ensuring milestones, submissions, deposits, and deadlines are met
• Schedule & Risk Management: Track and protect critical-path timelines; identify risks early and actively drive mitigation strategies
• ERCOT & Utility Interface: Serve as the primary point of contact with ERCOT and utilities, clarifying requirements and resolving issues that impact project progression
• Study Interpretation & Action: Translate ERCOT study results into actionable insights, guiding project decisions and next steps
• Stakeholder Coordination: Partner across development, engineering, and commercial teams to align execution and maintain project momentum
• Execution Under Pressure: Manage multiple active projects with high visibility, ensuring no loss of position due to missed deadlines or slow response
• Issue Resolution & Escalation: Challenge assumptions, push back when needed, and escalate effectively to keep projects moving forward

Skills

ERCOT interconnection

Project execution

Schedule risk management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

ENGIE North America Inc. in Houston is seeking an Interconnection Specialist Advisor to own the interconnection lifecycle for ERCOT-facing utility-scale renewable projects from early development through key study milestones and toward advancement.

You will coordinate with ERCOT, utilities, and internal teams to resolve issues, manage timelines, drive execution under pressure, and ensure milestones are met while navigating complex requirements.