Principal Power System Engineer - Interconnection
On-siteAustin, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Conduct complex interconnection studies including load flow, short circuit, and transient stability across MISO, SPP, and SERC regions. Review ISO and utility study results to replicate findings, identify errors, and propose alternative mitigations for network upgrades. Support generation, large load, and merchant transmission developers in navigating interconnection processes while serving as a subject matter expert on industry trends and regulatory changes. Develop net new and enhance existing relationships with clients, industry organizations, and regulatory agencies. Manage and mentor technical teams, leveraging AI and automation tools to improve quality and productivity. Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less).
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of experience in the electric energy industry
- Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies
- Strong understanding of FERC, NERC and ISO interconnection requirements and standards
- In-depth knowledge of at least one but preferably several of the following software packages: PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld, ASPEN and PSCAD
- Experience in managing and mentoring technical teams
- Active participation in industry taskforces and/or working group
- Direct experience working at an ISO/Utility or on behalf of these entities as a consultant
- Experience with large load interconnection studies
- Experience with DER interconnection or studies
- Experience with production cost modelling
- Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation
- Experience in IBR modelling, transmission planning and/or interconnection studies preferably in the MISO, SPP or SERC regions
- Experience with large load interconnection studies would be considered a big plus
- Experience with DER interconnection or studies would be considered a plus
- Experience with production cost modelling would be considered a plus
- Automation experience (Python, C#, SQL) would be considered a plus
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