Senior Grid Interconnection Engineer

Hoellers Consulting; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoellers Consulting invites applications for a Grid Interconnection Engineer in Houston. The role focuses on delivering reliable grid connections for large-scale renewable assets across North America, from development through commissioning and operations support.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields and experience in grid interconnection, power systems, and renewables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience in grid interconnection, power systems engineering, renewables, or utilities.
• Understanding of power system modeling, grid studies, and interconnection requirements.
• Familiarity with North American grid standards and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with PSCAD, PSS/E, PowerFactory or similar tools is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical reviews of electrical studies and grid connection requirements.
• Support interconnection processes with utilities and transmission organisations.
• Evaluate project designs against applicable grid requirements and standards.
• Assist with development and validation of power plant control strategies.
• Provide technical input through project design, testing, and commissioning phases.
• Support resolution of grid performance issues and technical challenges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver grid connection solutions.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Power systems experience

Grid interconnection experience

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems / Control Systems

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/E

PowerFactory

Job description

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid - 3 days per week in office)

Relocation Support Available

We're working with a global renewable energy organisation that is expanding its engineering team in Houston. This is an opportunity to join a specialist group supporting the connection and performance of large-scale renewable energy assets across North America.

We're seeking experienced engineers with backgrounds in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or Control Systems who have experience with grid connections, power system studies, renewable energy or electric utilities transmission projects.

The Role

As a Grid Interconnection Engineer, you will support the technical delivery of renewable energy projects from early development through commissioning and operational support. You'll work closely with engineering teams, utilities, grid operators, project developers, and external stakeholders to ensure projects achieve reliable and compliant grid connections.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical reviews of electrical studies and grid connection requirements.
• Support interconnection processes with utilities and transmission organisations.
• Evaluate project designs against applicable grid requirements and industry standards.
• Assist with the development and validation of power plant control strategies.
• Provide technical input throughout project design, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Support resolution of grid performance issues and technical challenges.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective grid connection solutions.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Control Systems, or a related field.
• Experience working in grid interconnection, power systems engineering, renewable energy, utilities, or related industries.
• Understanding of power system modelling, grid studies, and interconnection requirements.
• Familiarity with North American grid standards and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with simulation tools such as PSCAD, PSS/E, PowerFactory, or similar platforms is beneficial.
• Strong technical communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.