Principal, Grid Interconnection
Core
Develops engineering solutions, methodologies, and rules to evaluate system performance and ensure reliability for integrating emerging technologies into the Texas power grid.
Role type
Principal, Grid Interconnection Engineer
Builds
Interconnection processes, modeling requirements, and technical guidelines for large loads and emerging resources
Domain
Energy / Power Systems / Grid Interconnection
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Advanced problem-resolution, enterprise-wide technical influence, program/project leadership, interconnection evaluation event analysis, dynamic modeling, stability analysis, system analysis techniques, technical report development, AI application in interconnection processes
Preferred skills
ERCOT stakeholder process, industry conference presentation, NERC/IEEE group participation, PE certification
Technologies
Synchronous machines, inverter-based resources, battery energy storage systems, hybrid resources, distributed generation, AI
Responsibilities
Develop methodologies and modeling expectations for Generation Resource and Large Load interconnections; Lead technical development of new processes for flexible loads; Propose new rules and guidelines for emerging technologies; Represent ERCOT in external technical forums and industry groups; Publish conceptual papers and technical reports; Mentor engineers in advanced analysis techniques; Provide technical guidance to leadership on reliability risks and AI uses
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic influence