Staff or Principal, Generation Interconnection & Grid Engineering
Core
Lead end-to-end generation interconnection processes for thermal energy storage projects across multiple RTOs/ISOs, managing applications, studies, and technical de-risking to ensure project viability.
Role type
Staff/Principal power systems engineer (interconnection & grid engineering)
Builds
Thermal energy storage projects for industrial operations and data centers
Domain
Energy storage, power systems engineering, grid interconnection
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Power systems engineering fundamentals, RTO/ISO interconnection process navigation, single-line diagram development, stability/dynamic/load flow/short-circuit study execution, commercial power system modeling, consultant/vendor management, early-stage technical de-risking, cross-functional technical communication
Preferred skills
Experience across multiple RTOs/ISOs, prior utility/RTO/ISO employment, network upgrade cost allocation knowledge, Python coding proficiency, Professional Engineer (PE) license
Technologies
PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD, ASPEN
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end interconnection applications and milestone tracking across RTOs/ISOs; Serve as primary technical contact with RTO/ISO staff and utilities; Develop and maintain single-line diagrams for interconnection configurations; Run and review stability, dynamic, load flow, and short-circuit studies; Direct external engineering consultants on study deliverables; Assess interconnection feasibility and technical risks early in site selection; Partner with strategy and development teams to align interconnection execution with broader project goals
Seniority
Staff/Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight