Grid Interconnection Engineer: Dynamic Modeling & ISO

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to lead interconnection and reliability studies for North American projects. You will work with ISO codes, dynamic models (PSCAD, PSS/e, TSAT, DIgSILENT) and coordinate with Global Engineering to ensure compliance and timely project interconnections.

The role requires ABET‑accredited electrical power engineering degree, 5+ years in energy development or transmission planning, strong communication, travel up to 20%, and fluent English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical power engineering ABET-accredited.
• 5+ years of experience in renewable or traditional energy development or transmission planning.
• Experience with HV and transmission system planning and project interconnection processes.
• Experience with dynamic model analysis software (PSCAD, PSS/e, TSAT, DIgSILENT).

Responsibilities

• Track ISO codes and requirements related to reliability standards, project interconnection and dynamic models.
• Assess ISO grid code compliance based on the existing product portfolio.
• Provide guidance on interface to meet code and interconnection processes.
• Own and lead conversations with project stakeholders regarding data, interconnection planning, studies, and commissioning reports.
• Coordinate internal support from Global Engineering during interconnection process and track required data.
• Conduct simulations with dynamic models representing wind turbine generators and plant controllers to meet reliability standards and ISOs requirements.
• Liaise with Global Engineering Grid Integration to develop NA strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Technical report writing

English proficiency

Travel willingness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical power engineering (ABET-accredited)

PhD in Power Electronics (desirable)

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/e

TSAT

DIgSILENT

DigSILENT-Power Factory

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to lead interconnection and reliability studies for North American projects. You will work with ISO codes, dynamic models (PSCAD, PSS/e, TSAT, DIgSILENT) and coordinate with Global Engineering to ensure compliance and timely project interconnections.

The role requires ABET‑accredited electrical power engineering degree, 5+ years in energy development or transmission planning, strong communication, travel up to 20%, and fluent English.