POSITION OVERVIEWThe Interconnection Engineer is a member of the Project Engineering organization responsible for the technical execution and coordination of grid interconnection activities for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), solar PV, hybrid renewable, and data center energy infrastructure projects. This role is critical to project feasibility and requires deep understanding of ISO/RTO processes, utility coordination, and grid integration for both generation and large load applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES- Serve as the Project Engineering technical lead for grid interconnection requirements on assigned projects.
- Translate Interconnection Agreement (IA), Generator Interconnection Agreement (GIA), utility, ISO/RTO, and transmission-owner requirements into project engineering requirements.Develop interconnection strategies across projects
- Manage interconnection applications, studies, and agreements
- Interface with utilities and ISOs/RTOs
- Track milestones, timelines, and upgrade costs
- Identify and mitigate interconnection risks
- Maintain interconnection positions through COD
- Track technical interconnection issues through resolution.
- Maintain traceability between study assumptions, equipment selection, final design, commissioning settings, and as-built configuration.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of interconnection or power systems experience
- Deep understanding of ISO/RTO processes and utility tariffs
- Experience with CAISO a plus
- Experience with:
- Large load interconnections (data centers)
- DER / BTM / hybrid systems applications
- Strong technical understanding of transmission and distribution systems
- Proven ability to manage utility and regulatory relationships
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work accurately under time pressure.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to present technical findings in a clear, concise business format.
- Ability to work effectively across commercial, operational, and financial teams.
ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS- Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and intellectually curious.
- Able to connect technical analysis to practical commercial outcomes.
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Able to balance rigor, speed, and business relevance.
- Interested in developing into a deeper commercial market and asset-optimization role over time.
WORK AUTHORIZATIONCandidates must have authorization to work in the US prior to joining TransGrid Energy LLC. This role does not sponsor or offer assistance with work authorization in the United States.
