Interconnection Manager

Total Energies; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental & Vision

HSA contributions

Health FSA

Commuter benefits

401(k) employer match

Life & accident insurance

Generous parental leave

Education assistance

Fitness subsidy

Job summary

TotalEnergies is seeking a senior interconnection engineer to lead transmission activities for solar, wind, and battery storage projects across the United States. You will coordinate interconnection processes with internal teams and external utilities to drive project timelines and compliance.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in generation interconnection or related fields, with strong power systems knowledge and ISO/RTO experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years in generation interconnection, transmission planning, power systems engineering, or related renewable energy field.
• Strong knowledge of power systems and grid architecture.
• Experience with ISO/RTO interconnection processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission and interconnection activities for solar, wind, BESS, and load projects across the United States.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure interconnection requirements are met and processes advance efficiently.
• Provide technical guidance and ensure accurate project documentation and data flow.
• Perform interconnection due diligence for acquisitions, assessing risks, costs and opportunities.
• Engage in ISO/RTO stakeholder groups to stay updated on queue reforms and regulatory changes.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

Grid interconnection

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PSS/E

PowerWorld

PSLF

PSCAD

TARA

Job description

Context & Environment

About TotalEnergies

TotalEnergies is a major energy company, which produces and markets fuels, natural gas and low‑carbon electricity. Over 100,000 employees are committed to better energy that is safer, more affordable, cleaner and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 120 countries, TotalEnergies ambition is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 or sooner. The US Government is engineering a major transformation of the US economy with ambitious goals to cut GHG emissions in half by 2030 and reach net‑zero emissions by 2050.

This position can sit in Austin, TX, Houston, TX, or fully remote and travel as needed.

Activities

• Lead and oversee all transmission and interconnection activities for solar, wind, load, and battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the United States
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects meet interconnection requirements and progress efficiently through ISO/RTO processes
• Provide technical guidance and compliance support, ensuring accurate project documentation and effective information flow across teams
• Conduct interconnection due diligence for acquisitions, assessing risks, costs, and opportunities across project portfolios
• Participate in ISO/RTO stakeholder processes and working groups to stay informed on queue reforms, regulatory changes, and evolving interconnection requirements
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and regional grid codes and regulatory frameworks
• Negotiate complex transmission and generator interconnection agreements (e.g., IA, ISA, CSA) with utilities and transmission providers
• Build and manage relationships with external consultants, while developing efficient processes for partner engagement and maintaining interconnection data and study databases
• Mentor junior team members and support internal stakeholders in navigating interconnection timelines, milestones, and deliverables
• Support broader team and organizational priorities through additional responsibilities as needed

Candidate Profile

• Leading all transmission and interconnection activities for solar, wind, BESS, and load projects
• Advancing the project pipeline
• Ensuring successful integration of renewable assets into the grid
• Owning interconnection strategy across U.S. projects

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in generation interconnection, transmission planning, power systems engineering, or a related field within the renewable energy sector
• Strong knowledge of power systems, grid architecture, and renewable energy technologies
• Proficiency with power system modeling and analysis tools (e.g., PSS®E, PowerWorld, PSLF, PSCAD, TARA)
• Solid understanding of RTO/ISO transmission planning and generator interconnection processes within one or more major U.S. markets (e.g., ERCOT, CAISO, PJM, SPP, MISO, NYISO, WECC)
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize competing demands while contributing effectively within a collaborative team

What We Provide

• generous PTO
• medical
• dental & vision care
• HSA with company contributions
• health FSA
• commuter benefits or paid parking
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• enhanced employer‑contributed 401(k)
• life & accident insurances
• generous parental leave
• education assistance
• fitness subsidy
• and more

TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

International Consideration

TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time‑limited visa status for this position.

Joining TotalEnergies means committing to the energy transition and helping provide energy that is more affordable, more available, and more sustainable for as many people as possible. You will grow within an international multi‑energy company where every talent matters. You will contribute to ambitious projects and deliver concrete solutions to today's energy challenges.

Throughout your career, you will benefit from a wide variety of assignments and tailored learning opportunities. You will fully develop your potential in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence. Join committed and collaborative teams where success is built together.

We place respect and employee well‑being at the heart of our performance. That is why TotalEnergies values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all.