Power Systems Planning Associate — Interconnection & Grid Access

Hut 8; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hut 8 is seeking an Associate, Transmission & Interconnection in Miami, FL to support interconnection and transmission planning for large-scale data center and energy infrastructure projects across the United States. The role focuses on preparing study materials, maintaining models, and working with utilities to secure reliable grid access.

You will collaborate with utilities, grid operators, and internal teams to track milestones, perform power-flow analyses, and translate technical findings

Qualifications

• BSEE from an ABET-accredited program with a power emphasis.
• 3–5 years of experience in power systems, transmission planning, and interconnection.
• Proficient with power-system modeling and simulation software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD, or equivalent.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret interconnection study results and develop actionable recommendations.
• Experience negotiating interconnection agreements and managing cost and schedule risk.
• Knowledge of report preparation, data analytics, and cost modeling; strong written and verbal communication.
• Internship or co‑op experience in power systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials for utility and grid operator submittals.
• Track study milestones and support related negotiation processes.
• Maintain internal records to support study oversight.
• Maintain power-system models and perform power flow studies for capacity screening, network upgrade cost estimation, and system reliability analysis.
• Translate technical findings for both engineering and business audiences.
• Coordinate with external consultants for dynamic modeling and testing.
• Support workflow automation to scale study throughput as project volume grows.

Skills

Analytical skills

Report writing

Data analytics

Communication

Education

BSEE from ABET-accredited program (power emphasis)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

PowerWorld

PSCAD

Job description

Hut 8 is seeking an Associate, Transmission & Interconnection in Miami, FL to support interconnection and transmission planning for large-scale data center and energy infrastructure projects across the United States. The role focuses on preparing study materials, maintaining models, and working with utilities to secure reliable grid access.

You will collaborate with utilities, grid operators, and internal teams to track milestones, perform power-flow analyses, and translate technical findings