Mid-Level Grid Interconnection Consultant

Accountabilities

• • Prepare generator interconnection applications, including conceptual single-line diagrams, reactive power compliance verification, and steady-state, dynamic, and short-circuit models.

  • Review ISO feasibility and system impact studies and provide technical guidance to clients participating in interconnection processes.

  • Perform independent power system studies, including thermal and voltage contingency, transient stability, and short-circuit analyses.

  • Conduct advanced grid studies to evaluate specific operating scenarios and potential impacts associated with conventional and renewable generation projects.

  • Model inverter-based resources and renewable technologies, including wind turbine generators, photovoltaic systems, battery energy storage systems, and hybrid generation resources.

  • Develop and analyze collector system models and other technical inputs required for interconnection applications.

  • Use transmission planning and power system analysis software to support load-flow, contingency, dynamic, and other advanced studies.

  • Prepare clear technical reports, proposals, analyses, and recommendations for clients and project stakeholders.

  • Collaborate with colleagues and provide technical guidance to other team members when appropriate.

  • Support project planning, coordination, and execution while maintaining technical quality and project objectives.

  • Apply emerging technologies, automation, data tools, and AI-enabled solutions where appropriate to improve research, analysis, engineering, and workflow efficiency while maintaining professional oversight.

  Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, with a strong academic background and coursework focused on power systems analysis.

  • At least 3 years of previous power systems engineering experience.

  • Knowledge of major U.S. power regions and ISOs/RTOs, such as PJM, MISO, NYISO, ERCOT, SPP, CAISO, and ISO-NE.

  • Experience modeling inverter-based and renewable resources such as wind turbine generators, photovoltaic systems, battery energy storage systems, and hybrid generation.

  • Experience with PSS/E, PSLF, and/or PSCAD for interconnection modeling and analysis.

  • Experience using transmission planning software, particularly PSS/E, PSLF, and TARA, for load-flow modeling and contingency studies.

  • Experience with dynamic, transient stability, or other advanced studies using tools such as TSAT, EMTP-RV, or PSCAD is a plus.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings clearly.

  • Experience preparing technical reports and proposals.

  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with and guide others.

  • Project planning and leadership capabilities.

  • Interest in learning and effectively applying emerging technologies, automation, programming, or AI tools where relevant.

  • Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

  Benefits

  • Salary range: $84,762–$129,498, depending on applicable factors and role considerations.

  • Potential bonus: Eligible employees may participate in a yearly discretionary bonus program.

  • Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.

  • Financial protection: Life and accident insurance, disability coverage, and an Employee Assistance Program.

  • Retirement: 401(k) plan.

  • Financial and education support: FSA/HSA options, tuition assistance, merit scholarship opportunities, and a first professional licensure bonus.

  • Work-life balance: Paid personal/sick time, vacation, holidays, parental leave, and bereavement leave.

  • Flexible work: Remote work and flexible work arrangements.

  • Additional programs: Employee discount program, employee referral bonus, corporate charitable giving, back-up daycare, and pre-tax commuter account.