Senior Director, Grid Interconnections & Reliability

Electric Reliability Council of Texas; Taylor (TX); Hybrid; USD 245,000 - 337,000; Full time

Job summary

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is seeking a Director of Grid Interconnections in Taylor, TX. This leadership role involves overseeing the integration of generation resources and large loads into the ERCOT system while ensuring compliance with evolving industry standards.

The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of relevant experience, including substantial management and engineering background in grid operations. This role supports organizational goals and fosters an inclusive work environment.

Remote work options are available with a minimum onsite requirement of two days a week.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of job-related work experience including 5+ years in a management role.
• Experience in transmission planning, system operations, or resource interconnection.
• PE Professional Engineer certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct integration of Generation Resources and Large Loads into the ERCOT system.
• Develop interconnection processes and protocols for new technologies.
• Manage departmental budgets and staffing for grid interconnections.

Skills

Leadership

Transmission planning/analysis

Engineering management

Interconnection processes

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Job description

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is seeking a Director of Grid Interconnections in Taylor, TX. This leadership role involves overseeing the integration of generation resources and large loads into the ERCOT system while ensuring compliance with evolving industry standards.

The ideal candidate should possess over 10 years of relevant experience, including substantial management and engineering background in grid operations. This role supports organizational goals and fosters an inclusive work environment.

Remote work options are available with a minimum onsite requirement of two days a week.