Grid Strategy Lead - Transmission & Interconnection

Sourcechange; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in the United States is seeking a Head of Transmission Planning and Interconnection to lead interconnection strategy and execution for utility-scale projects. The ideal candidate will manage all planning activities, direct technical assessments, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders including utilities and regulators. This role requires extensive experience in transmission planning and an engineering degree. The firm emphasizes quality and performance in a full-time capacity.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transmission planning or grid studies.
• Proven ability to lead interconnection efforts with multiple ISOs/RTOs.
• Working knowledge of FERC and NERC standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all interconnection and transmission planning activities.
• Client engagement with ISOs, RTOs, and utilities.
• Conduct technical assessments including power flow analyses.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PSCAD

Job description

A leading renewable energy firm in the United States is seeking a Head of Transmission Planning and Interconnection to lead interconnection strategy and execution for utility-scale projects. The ideal candidate will manage all planning activities, direct technical assessments, and collaborate with multiple stakeholders including utilities and regulators. This role requires extensive experience in transmission planning and an engineering degree. The firm emphasizes quality and performance in a full-time capacity.