Sr. Director/VP, Transmission and Interconnection Engineering
1st Avenue PowerMountain View, Canada
Full Time
Posted March 26, 2026
$220k - $275k
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Job Description
The Sr. Director/VP, Transmission and Interconnection Engineering will lead all technical and strategic aspects of transmission analysis, grid interconnection, and system integration for large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This leader will oversee the evaluation of transmission capac
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize project siting based on transmission availability, congestion analysis, and queue positioning.
- Direct the preparation and review of power flow, short circuit, transient stability, and reactive power studies.
- Manage interconnection requests (FERC, CAISO, MISO, PJM, ERCOT, etc.) and interface with ISOs/RTOs and utilities throughout the study process.
- Evaluate system performance, network upgrades, and curtailment risks for both solar and hybrid (solar + storage) configurations.
- Ensure compliance with NERC, IEEE, and regional reliability standards.
- Work closely with criss-functional team members and consultants to ensure grid-compliant designs and optimized points of interconnection (POIs).
- Support due diligence for M&A and joint venture activities by assessing interconnection risks and opportunities.
- Present complex grid and transmission topics to executives, investors, and regulatory stakeholders in a clear, business-relevant manner.
- Develop standardized tools, models, and methodologies for evaluating interconnection and congestion across regions.
- Oversee consultants and external transmission studies, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Monitor policy and regulatory developments that affect transmission access and queue processes.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
- 7+ years of experience in power systems, interconnection engineering, or grid planning.
- Deep understanding of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (e.g., CAISO, ERCOT, SPP).
- Experience with PSS®E, PSCAD, TARA, PowerWorld, or similar power systems modeling tools.
- Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
- Proven track record of successful delivery of interconnection applications and execution of large-scale renewable or hybrid projects.
- Experience with hybrid systems (PV + BESS) and inverter-based resource modeling.
- Utility-Scale Energy Asset Management experience preferred.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Remote Flexibility with 5-15% travel to sites as needed
- Health Insurance: We offer 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan. Dental & Vision Insurance: 50% of employee premiums are covered.
- Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.
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