VP Sr. Director, Transmission and Interconnection Engineering
1st Avenue PowerSan Francisco, California
Full Time
Posted March 26, 2026
$220k - $275k
Solar Energy
Remote
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Job Description
The Head of Transmission Interconnection Engineering is responsible for leading technical and strategic efforts related to transmission analysis, grid interconnection, and system integration for large-scale solar and energy storage projects, ensuring optimal project siting, compliance, and stakeholder communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical and strategic aspects of transmission analysis, grid interconnection, and system integration for large-scale solar PV and BESS projects
- Evaluate transmission capacity, grid constraints, and interconnection requirements to optimize project development
- Manage interconnection requests with ISOs, RTOs, and utilities, and oversee related studies and compliance
- Develop strategies for project siting based on transmission availability and congestion analysis
- Review and oversee power flow, short circuit, transient stability, and reactive power studies
- Assess system performance, network upgrades, and curtailment risks for solar and hybrid solar storage systems
- Support due diligence for M&A and joint ventures by evaluating interconnection risks and opportunities
- Present complex grid and transmission topics to executives, investors, and regulatory stakeholders
- Develop tools, models, and methodologies for evaluating interconnection and congestion across regions
- Oversee external consultants and transmission studies to ensure quality and consistency
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- At least 7 years of experience in power systems, interconnection engineering, or grid planning.
- Deep understanding of ISO RTO interconnection processes, such as CAISO, ERCOT, and SPP.
- Experience with power systems modeling tools including PSS E, PSCAD, TARA, PowerWorld, or similar.
- Strong communication and leadership skills with the 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 including PV, BESS, and inverter-based resource modeling.
- Experience with utility-scale energy asset management is preferred.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Compensation Package (salary range $220,000 - $275,000, equity benefits)
Remote work flexibility
Health Insurance with 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan
Dental and Vision Insurance with 50% of employee premiums covered
Retirement Plan (401k) with a 6% employer match
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