Interconnection & Grid Strategy Lead - Renewables

Samsung C&T America, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Performance-based incentives

Job summary

Samsung C&T Corporation is seeking an experienced Interconnection & Grid Strategy professional to manage all grid-related aspects of its renewable energy development portfolio. You will serve as liaison with ISO/RTOs and utilities, collaborating with internal teams to define interconnection-driven siting strategies and maximize project success in constrained grid environments.

The ideal candidate has hands-on interconnection experience within ISO/RTOs (ERCOT preferred) and deep knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; a Master’s degree with a focus on Power Systems is highly preferred.
• 5–10 years of professional experience in transmission planning or interconnection within the U.S. energy sector.
• Advanced hands-on experience with power system modeling tools such as PSS/E, PSLF, TARA, PSCAD, or PowerWorld.
• Strong preference for candidates with experience at a top-tier engineering consultancy performing third-party power flow studies for developers.
• Deep understanding of Open Access Transmission Tariffs (OATT), Generator Interconnection Procedures (GIP), and utility-specific technical standards.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Spearhead the Transmission & Interconnection strategy, setting short & long-term goals for grid integration across US power markets.
• Queue Management: Manage the interconnection portfolio, ensuring timely submission of study requests and evaluating SIS and Facilities Studies.
• Regulatory & Policy Advocacy: Monitor market rule changes, FERC filings, and ISO/RTO policy shifts affecting transmission costs or timelines.
• Project Development Support: Identify optimal points of interconnection and evaluate congestion, curtailment risks, and Basis risk.
• Liaison & Negotiation: Represent the company in stakeholder meetings and negotiate Interconnection Agreements with Transmission Owners.

Education

Electrical Engineering ABET-accredited

Master’s degree on Power Systems

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

TARA

PSCAD

PowerWorld

Job description

Samsung C&T Corporation is seeking an experienced Interconnection & Grid Strategy professional to manage all grid-related aspects of its renewable energy development portfolio. You will serve as liaison with ISO/RTOs and utilities, collaborating with internal teams to define interconnection-driven siting strategies and maximize project success in constrained grid environments.

The ideal candidate has hands-on interconnection experience within ISO/RTOs (ERCOT preferred) and deep knowledge of