Strategic Leader, Transmission & Interconnection

Energi Connect; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Energi Connect is seeking a Sr. Manager, Transmission & Interconnection in Houston, TX.

This hybrid role leads interconnection strategy, coordinates studies, and interfaces with transmission providers, ISOs/RTOs, and utilities to move PV & BESS projects through ISO/RTO processes. The role requires guiding a team of engineers, managing project lifecycle from application to operation, and ensuring alignment with development objectives in multiple markets.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in transmission, interconnection, or utility-scale renewable energy.
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO regions such as WECC, CAISO, MISO, PJM.
• Strong understanding of interconnection processes and wholesale markets.
• Demonstrated leadership capability and experience managing technical teams.
• Proficiency with power flow and cost modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the interconnection strategy across multiple markets.
• Oversee queue positions, study progress, and interconnection-related risks.
• Serve as the primary technical interface with transmission providers, ISOs/RTOs, and utilities.
• Direct the full lifecycle of interconnection activities - from initial application through commercial operation.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to advance feasibility, system impact, and facilities studies.
• Review and interpret power flow, stability, and cost modeling outputs.

Skills

Interconnection leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Power flow modeling

Cost modeling

ISO/RTO knowledge

Tools

PSCAD

Job description

Energi Connect is seeking a Sr. Manager, Transmission & Interconnection in Houston, TX.

This hybrid role leads interconnection strategy, coordinates studies, and interfaces with transmission providers, ISOs/RTOs, and utilities to move PV & BESS projects through ISO/RTO processes. The role requires guiding a team of engineers, managing project lifecycle from application to operation, and ensuring alignment with development objectives in multiple markets.