Senior Grid Analytics Leader for Renewable Development

Brightsmith; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightsmith is seeking a Sr. Director of Grid Analytics to lead its grid strategy across utility-scale solar, storage, and hybrid projects in U.S. power markets.

The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic leadership to guide siting, interconnection, and M&A decisions. The ideal candidate will own end-to-end grid analytics, perform power flow studies, build scalable automation, and mentor a growing team in a fast-paced renewable energy platform.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in transmission planning and grid analysis at IPP/utility/consulting.
• Hands-on experience with TARA, PSSE, or similar power flow tools.
• Experience guiding generator interconnection processes to executed or near-executed agreements.
• Strong Python proficiency for automating power flow analysis and post-processing.
• Knowledge of OATTs and interconnection procedures in SPP & WECC.
• Excellent written and verbal communication of complex technical concepts.
• BS in Electrical Engineering (MS preferred).

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the grid analytics framework to enable faster, more forward-looking siting decisions.
• Lead transmission/interconnection analysis including power flow, scenarios, and automation.
• Oversee generator interconnection processes from model prep to interconnection agreements.
• Develop automated, scalable workflows using Python and related tools; apply AI-assisted methods where appropriate.
• Engage with ISOs, utilities, and regulators to inform planning and strategy.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and manage consultants.

Skills

Python scripting

Power flow

Transmission planning

Interconnection analysis

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

TARA

Job description

Brightsmith is seeking a Sr. Director of Grid Analytics to lead its grid strategy across utility-scale solar, storage, and hybrid projects in U.S. power markets.

The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic leadership to guide siting, interconnection, and M&A decisions. The ideal candidate will own end-to-end grid analytics, perform power flow studies, build scalable automation, and mentor a growing team in a fast-paced renewable energy platform.