Interconnection Engineer

Progressive; Charlottesville (VA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Fully Remote Within the United States

Visa Transfer Sponsorship Available

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Job summary

Progressive is seeking an experienced Interconnection Engineer to support renewable energy projects across the United States. The role focuses on interconnection activities, transmission analysis, and grid integration, with PSCAD modeling and coordination with ISOs/RTOs.

The position offers full remote work within the United States, a base salary in the 120k–150k USD range, and eligibility for an annual bonus. Visa transfer sponsorship is available; join a growing energy infrastructure portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of interconnection engineering, transmission planning, power systems, or renewable energy development.
• PSCAD experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead generator interconnection activities for utility-scale energy projects.
• Manage projects through the full interconnection lifecycle, from application through commercial operation.
• Review and analyze feasibility, system impact, and facility studies.
• Develop, review, and validate power system models using PSCAD.
• Coordinate with utilities, transmission providers, ISOs/RTOs, and engineering consultants.
• Evaluate transmission constraints, upgrade requirements, and grid-related project risks.
• Support project development teams with interconnection strategy and technical due diligence.
• Track interconnection queue status, milestones, and deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance on transmission planning, grid reliability, and market considerations.
• Support the negotiation and execution of interconnection agreements.

Skills

Interconnection engineering

Power systems

PSCAD

Generator interconnection processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

Job description

Interconnection Engineer

Remote (USA) | $120,000 - $150,000 Base + Bonus Visa Transfer Available

A growing developer and owner of utility-scale energy infrastructure projects is seeking an experienced Interconnection Engineer to support project development, transmission analysis, and grid integration efforts across the United States.

This position will play a key role in managing interconnection activities for renewable generation and energy storage assets, working closely with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead generator interconnection activities for utility-scale energy projects.
• Manage projects through the full interconnection lifecycle, from application through commercial operation.
• Review and analyze feasibility, system impact, and facility studies.
• Develop, review, and validate power system models using PSCAD.
• Coordinate with utilities, transmission providers, ISOs/RTOs, and engineering consultants.
• Evaluate transmission constraints, upgrade requirements, and grid-related project risks.
• Support project development teams with interconnection strategy and technical due diligence.
• Track interconnection queue status, milestones, and deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance on transmission planning, grid reliability, and market considerations.
• Support the negotiation and execution of interconnection agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in interconnection engineering, transmission planning, power systems, or renewable energy development.
• PSCAD experience is required.
• Strong understanding of power system studies and generator interconnection processes.
• Experience working with one or more ISOs/RTOs including ERCOT, PJM, MISO, SPP, CAISO, or NYISO.
• Knowledge of transmission systems, grid integration, and utility-scale generation projects.
• Strong communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, or hybrid generation projects.
• Familiarity with load flow, short-circuit, and dynamic stability studies.
• Knowledge of NERC and FERC requirements.
• PE license preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• $120,000 - $150,000 Base Salary
• Annual Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Fully Remote Within the United States
• Visa Transfer Sponsorship Available
• Opportunity to work on a large and growing portfolio of energy infrastructure projects

EOE Statement: Specialist Staffing Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to base pay, direct-hire employees may be eligible for client offered benefits such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, and paid leave where required by applicable law. Eligibility may vary based on factors such as location and hire date and is subject to change.