Remote Director: Data Center Utilities & Transmission

MRINetwork; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

MRINetwork is seeking a Director, Electric Utilities – Data Centers (Remote) to lead strategic transmission planning for data center integrations. The role focuses on coordinating utility interconnections, reviewing sites for power delivery timelines, and guiding policy and process improvements across multiple regions.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in electric power transmission with strong project management and analytical capabilities, plus experience communicating technical concepts to

Qualifications

• 10+ years of electric power transmission experience, with 5+ years in power flow modeling, production cost modeling, transmission planning, and interconnection queue management.
• Strong analytical, detail‑oriented, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate technical issues for non‑technical teams and develop process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality and timeliness of all work products in assigned areas.
• Vet and review potential datacenter sites for power delivery feasibility from utilities.
• Manage large load interconnection processes and act as primary utility contact for data center projects.
• Document load interconnection processes, commitments, and cost responsibilities across steps.
• Review utility contracts related to projects and understand planning practices of utilities/ISO/RTO regions.
• Maintain relationships with utilities and RTO/ISOs to support project due diligence and interconnection studies.
• Develop short and long‑term strategies with senior leadership to improve internal processes.
• Collaborate with Energy and Policy teams to enhance data center integration processes.
• Manage budgets for transmission consultancy activities.
• Prepare presentations and provide weekly/biweekly market and project reports.
• Coordinate with preconstruction, supply chain, design/engineering, sales, legal, and tax teams.
• Aid in business case preparation and leadership approvals.

Skills

Power systems

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering / Power Systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

MRINetwork is seeking a Director, Electric Utilities – Data Centers (Remote) to lead strategic transmission planning for data center integrations. The role focuses on coordinating utility interconnections, reviewing sites for power delivery timelines, and guiding policy and process improvements across multiple regions.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in electric power transmission with strong project management and analytical capabilities, plus experience communicating technical concepts to