Transmission & Interconnection Engineer - Battery Storage

Plus Power; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a T&I Engineer to contribute to the transition to renewable energy. This role involves conducting interconnection modeling analyses, managing generator interconnection processes, and developing technical solutions for integrating battery energy storage systems into the power grid. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power systems, analytical skills, and proficiency in modeling software. Join a forward-thinking company that values personal growth and offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector.

Benefits

Unlimited Vacation

Flexible Remote Work

Work from Home Stipend

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Engaging Company Culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years experience in power and energy industry, focusing on electrical systems.
• Strong background in power systems and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct power transmission system analysis and manage generator interconnection process.
• Develop and validate models for BESS generation plants and interconnections.

Skills

Power Systems Analysis

Analytical Skills

Modeling Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

BA/BS in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSCAD

PSLF

PSSE

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably to decarbonize the power markets while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.

In order for the global energy system to make the transition from a carbon-based grid to a renewable energy grid, large scale energy storage must be introduced into the electricity system to balance intra-hour supply and demand. Energy storage is the enabler of high penetration variable renewable generation like solar and wind.

We are looking for a T&I Engineer to join the T&I Team. The T&I Engineer will perform interconnection modeling analyses and studies and participate in interconnection scoping meetings and other negotiations with various third parties and grid authorities. The qualified candidate will have a thorough understanding of the requirements to integrate a BESS utility scale power plant into the power grid including the implications on day-to-day grid operations as well on resource planning. The T&I Engineer will also identify and develop tools for managing and reducing costs and provide technical solutions to address specific transmission and distribution grid requirements for various markets.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct steady state power transmission system analysis on TARA or related software to predict network upgrades and find ways to mitigate them in various US markets.
2. Prepare, submit, and manage generator interconnection process across ISOs/RTOs.
3. Conduct IBR modeling and performance tuning studies using both PSCAD and PSSE.
4. Develop and validate PSLF, PSS/E, and PSCAD models for BESS generation plants and interconnections, including load flow, dynamic simulations, and reporting.
5. Ensure that storage resource projects interconnecting to the transmission system meet grid requirements.
6. Develop local system EMT models, perform disturbance ride-through simulations, and conduct PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking to ensure system stability and compliance with grid performance standards.
7. Maintain a thorough understanding of the generation interconnection process across ISOs/RTOs.
8. Provide assistance to other functional teams on various project activities related to interconnection process and reactive deficiency analysis.
9. Participate in interconnection scoping meeting and other negotiations with third parties and grid authorities.
10. Perform technical due diligence to determine integration capabilities of the various electrical grids.
11. Provide technical advice on transmission and distribution interconnection issues for various markets.
12. Determine the most cost effective, competitive options for expanding the integration capabilities of the proposed projects.
13. Research activities of other utilities, power pools and analyze how their actions affect interconnection process.
14. Assess transmission reliability issues and develop short and long-term action plans to mitigate potential interconnection shortfalls.
15. Coordinate plans with an Independent System Operator to respond to current and future Bulk Power System requirements.

Qualifications

1. Minimum BA/BS in electrical engineering; a master's degree in electrical engineering is preferred, as is a specialization in Power and Energy Systems.
2. Minimum of two to five years of professional experience in the power and energy industry with a focus on electrical systems; experience in renewable energy strongly preferred.
3. Strong background in power systems, analytical and modeling skills required; experience with complex electrical systems simulations preferred.
4. Proficiency in power system modelling software: PSCAD, PSLF, PSSE.
5. Strong subject matter expertise in one or more organized markets other than ERCOT (i.e., CAISO, SPP, MISO, PJM).
6. Demonstrated experience with inverter-based plant modeling.
7. Ability to perform power flow analyses and review models and studies.
8. Demonstrated experience influencing cross-functional teams.
9. Strong presentation and written skills; must be able to communicate across multiple regions and language barriers.
10. Ability to engage and communicate with customers and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
11. Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products – Word, Excel, Power Point.

Compensation, Location, and Benefits

Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators. Flexible, work from home or hybrid work from Plus Power’s offices in San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, and Palm Beach.

The expected salary range* for this position begins at $120,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.

Plus Power offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, unlimited vacation, flexible remote work, work from home stipend, educational assistance, parental leave, and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth.

The deadline* for applying to this role is 4/12/25.