Senior Interconnection Manager

Odin Global; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Odin Global is seeking a Senior Interconnection Manager to lead interconnection activities for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage across multiple US markets. You will work with utilities, ISOs, and RTOs to secure timely grid connections and provide technical and commercial assessments.

The role requires 7+ years of relevant experience, strong project management and a deep understanding of interconnection procedures in PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO and NYISO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in transmission planning, interconnection or power systems engineering.
• Experience managing interconnection processes for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of ISO/RTO interconnection procedures and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead interconnection activities for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects across multiple US markets.
• Manage interconnection applications, feasibility studies, system impact studies and facilities studies.
• Develop and execute interconnection strategies to optimise project timelines, costs and commercial viability.
• Coordinate with utilities, ISOs and RTOs throughout the interconnection process.
• Evaluate transmission capacity, grid constraints and network upgrade requirements.
• Manage interconnection agreements, study schedules, deposits and regulatory milestones.
• Collaborate with development, engineering, finance and commercial teams to support project execution.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or related discipline

Tools

PSS/E

PowerWorld

PSLF

Job description

Location: United States (Remote / Hybrid)

Industry: Renewable Energy | Utility-Scale Solar & Battery Energy Storage

Position: Full-Time

Company Overview

Our client is a well-established and growing renewable energy developer and Independent Power Producer (IPP), focused on the development, construction and operation of utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects across the United States.

With an expanding development pipeline, the company is seeking an experienced Senior Interconnection Manager to lead critical interconnection activities and support the successful advancement of projects from early-stage development through commercial operation.

Position Overview

The Senior Interconnection Manager will be responsible for managing the interconnection process across a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects. This individual will work closely with utilities, Independent System Operators (ISOs), Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and internal development teams to secure timely and commercially viable grid connections.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical and commercial expertise in transmission planning, interconnection studies, regulatory processes and grid infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead interconnection activities for utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects across multiple US markets.
• Manage interconnection applications, feasibility studies, system impact studies and facilities studies.
• Develop and execute interconnection strategies to optimise project timelines, costs and commercial viability.
• Coordinate with utilities, ISOs and RTOs throughout the interconnection process.
• Evaluate transmission capacity, grid constraints, network upgrade requirements and associated costs.
• Manage interconnection agreements, study schedules, deposits and regulatory milestones.
• Provide technical and commercial assessments of potential project sites and development opportunities.
• Collaborate with development, engineering, finance and commercial teams to support project execution.
• Monitor changes in interconnection regulations, queue reform initiatives and transmission planning policies.
• Identify and mitigate interconnection risks that could impact project schedules or financial performance.
• Manage external consultants and engineering firms supporting interconnection studies and analysis.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in transmission planning, grid interconnection or power systems engineering.
• Demonstrated experience managing interconnection processes for utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Strong understanding of ISO/RTO interconnection procedures, study requirements and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience working within markets such as PJM, MISO, ERCOT, SPP, CAISO and/or NYISO.
• Knowledge of power flow studies, transmission constraints, network upgrades and interconnection cost assessments.
• Experience negotiating or managing Generator Interconnection Agreements (GIAs).
• Strong commercial awareness, stakeholder management and project management capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced development environment.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working directly for a renewable energy developer, IPP, utility or transmission consultancy.
• Familiarity with power systems modelling tools such as PSS/E, PowerWorld or PSLF.
• Experience supporting both standalone BESS and hybrid solar-plus-storage projects.
• Understanding of FERC regulations, interconnection queue reform and evolving US transmission policies.
• Experience mentoring junior interconnection professionals or leading technical workstreams.

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role within a growing renewable energy platform, influencing interconnection strategy across a substantial development pipeline. The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership and have significant ownership of projects across multiple US power markets.