CareerPlan

Senior Engineer Interconnections & Grid Analysis

Chicago, ILFull-time$125k–$155k2026-08-03 → 2026-11-10
On-site · United States

Core

Perform technical analysis to assist in the interconnection process for generation projects, including power flow analysis, grid planning, and congestion evaluation.

Role type

Senior IC power systems engineer (interconnections & grid analysis)

Builds

Interconnection facilities, transmission lines, substations, and electrical collection systems for wind and solar projects

Domain

Energy infrastructure / Power systems / Transmission & Distribution

Required skills

Power flow analysis, short circuit studies, stability studies, transmission system planning, regulatory compliance (FERC/NERC), utility interconnection studies, power system modeling, Excel modeling, VBA automation

Preferred skills

PSS/E, GE PSLF TARA, PowerWorld, ISO/RTO interconnection experience, Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) knowledge

Technologies

PSS/E, GE PSLF TARA, PowerWorld, Microsoft Excel, VBA

Responsibilities

Perform power flow and market-related evaluations; review utility and RTO/ISO transmission expansion plans; interpret market rules for interconnection studies; coordinate with consultants for reliability and economic studies; assist in conceptual design of interconnection facilities and collection systems; perform technical diligence for M&A projects.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC