Transmission Engineer

R CUBE CREATIVE CONSULTING INC; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consulting firm in the United States seeks an experienced Substation Engineer to lead interconnection and transmission activities for large-scale renewable energy projects. The role includes managing interconnection processes, preparing applications, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong background in substation engineering and project management.

Qualifications

• Prior hands-on Substation Engineer experience (design, construction, or commissioning).
• 5+ years in renewable energy transmission/interconnection project management.
• Strong WECC experience and knowledge of interconnection procedures (LGIP, LGIA, transmission planning).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all stages of the interconnection process from application to LGIA execution.
• Prepare and submit interconnection applications, study agreements, and related documentation.
• Monitor interconnection study milestones, deliverables, and LGIA compliance.

Job description

About the Role- SUBSTATION ENGINEER

We are seeking an experienced Transmission and Interconnection Project Manager to lead and support interconnection and transmission activities for large-scale renewable energy projects, with a strong focus on LGIA implementation during the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) phase.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in interconnection studies, substation engineering, and transmission project execution from either Independent Power Producers (IPPs) or utilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all stages of the interconnection process from application to LGIA execution for utility-scale renewable projects.
• Prepare and submit interconnection applications, study agreements, and related documentation while tracking deposits and meeting regulatory deadlines.
• Monitor interconnection study milestones, deliverables, and LGIA compliance.
• Identify and mitigate study delays using a strong understanding of OATTs and LGIP frameworks.
• Collaborate with internal EPC, engineering, and development teams to meet transmission owner technical requirements.
• Review and interpret interconnection studies, LGIAs, and transmission plans to guide internal teams.
• Engage regularly with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and industry groups to stay informed on transmission policies and market trends.
• Track long-term transmission expansion plans, IRPs, and queue dynamics to inform early-stage project siting.
• Conduct data-driven analysis, including queue attrition studies, LMP trends, load growth forecasts, and GIS-based mapping.
• Support project financial tracking, invoice management, and audits.

Required Qualifications

• Mandatory: Prior hands-on Substation Engineer experience (design, construction, or commissioning).
• 5+ years in renewable energy transmission/interconnection project management.
• Strong WECC experience and knowledge of interconnection procedures (LGIP, LGIA, transmission planning).
• Experience with substation engineering, transmission design, and post-development/EPC interconnection work.
• Prior work with or for utilities like BPA, PacificCorp, Portland General Electric, or Puget Sound Energy preferred.
• Familiarity with EPC design issues such as protection relays, substation construction, and proactive relay installations.

R CUBE CREATIVE CONSULTING INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.