Interconnection Manager

Westinghouse Electric Company

Massachusetts

Hybrid

USD 55,104 - 61,992

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking an Interconnection Manager for a 1-year contract. This role will involve managing generator interconnection processes within MISO and SPP regions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a background in power systems, experience with analytical tools, and a degree in Electrical Engineering. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health protection and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

Experience related to generator or load interconnection agreements.
Familiarity with utility and ISO interconnection methodologies.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Manage the generator interconnection application process.
Collaborate with ISO/RTOs, developers, and utility companies.
Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes.

Skills

Power systems background

Experience with transmission planning

Knowledge of NERC reliability standards

Analytical tools (PSS/E, PSLF)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PowerGEM TARA

TSAT

ASPEN

Job description

About The Role

We’re looking for an Interconnection Manager on behalf of our client. This is a 1‑year contract assignment. It is a W‑2 position. You will actively participate in two generator interconnection processes: the Mid‑Continent Independent System Operator (MISO) and the Southwest Power Pool (SPP). Your role will involve overseeing the full life cycle of development and construction of projects. This role is important for the successful execution of new generating asset growth within the MISO and SPP regions. As an experienced technical team member, you will collaborate with internal project developers/originators and external entities including the ISO and Transmission Owners (TO). You will report to the onsite Manager.

Location

Juno Beach, FL. Preferred hybrid/remote considered.

Key Responsibilities

Power systems background with an understanding of transmission planning and NERC reliability standards.
Experience with steady‑state thermal/voltage, short‑circuit, and transient stability using industry analytical tools such as PSS/E, PSLF, PowerGEM TARA, TSAT, and ASPEN.
Understanding of the planning processes within RTOs/ISOs and Transmission Providers, especially regarding baseline reliability planning and generator interconnection studies.
Ability to coordinate with multiple internal and external SMEs to complete comprehensive tasks.
Understanding of transmission policy and regulatory issues related to generator interconnection.
Provide solutions for technical transmission issues for development projects and current assets.
Manage generator interconnection application process, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and timelines.
Coordinate with all partners, including ISO/RTOs, developers, and utility companies, to facilitate seamless interconnections.
Develop and implement strategies to improve the generator interconnection process.
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements to inform strategic planning.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Demonstrated experience and working relationship with ISOs (preferred MISO and/or SPP) or local utilities in a role related to generator or load interconnection agreements, utility and ISO interconnection study methodology, criteria, business practices, and transmission planning with focus in grid reliability.

Benefits