Avantus · 12 hours ago
Sr. or Principal Engineer, Transmission & Interconnection
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$162K/yr - $190K/yr
10+ years expAvantus is shaping the future by making reliable, low-cost clean energy a global reality. The Principal Engineer, Transmission and Interconnection will lead interconnection processes for utility scale solar and storage projects while collaborating with multiple teams to ensure timely and efficient project execution.
CreditFinancial Services
Hiring Manager
Amanda Kili
Responsibilities
Lead projects through the interconnection process from project inception though Commercial Operation for Avantus’ projects in ISO’s (CAISO, ERCOT, SPP, MISO, PJM, NYISO, NEISO) and vertically integrated markets (WECC)
Perform power flow, stability, short circuit studies using PSLF, PSS/E, PowerWorld, TARA, UPLAN, ASPEN, PSCAD and other software as needed for project prospecting purposes
Evaluate transmission & interconnection tariffs, costs, timelines, queue, and processes for a variety of markets and provide strategy to the project teams
Coordinate efforts to meet all interconnection requirements including interconnection applications, interconnection studies, interconnection agreements, and post-IA project execution milestones
Negotiate interconnection study results and interconnection agreements with utilities toward favorable project outcomes
Lead communication and build relationships with utilities/ISOs and track interconnection progress to ensure projects are complete in a timely and cost-effective manner
Identify optimal interconnection locations in target markets based on multiple cross-functional siting criteria and in depth power flow and market basis risk analyses
Track changes to interconnection tariffs, business practice manuals, and key transmission upgrades in target markets
Collaborate on interconnection milestones with cross-functional team including Development, Origination, Accounting, Finance, Treasury, Legal, Land Acquisition, Land Entitlement, Procurement, HV Engineering, Optimization Engineering, Construction, & Operations
Qualification
Required
Ten (10) years minimum of related experience in interconnection & project development or transmission planning at a utility, ISO/RTO, or project developer
Deep understanding of CAISO & WECC utilities tariffs, interconnection processes, transmission service processes, transmission planning processes, and late-stage resource implementation processes
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously at a dynamic pace, find creative solutions, track major milestones, and prioritize several projects simultaneously
Ability to provide verbal and written summaries of interconnection processes, results, milestones, and statuses for both a technical and non-technical audience
Ability to read and negotiate long legal contracts (Interconnection Agreements, Power Purchase Agreements, Independent Engineer Reports, Financing Documents)
Experience developing lasting relationships with utilities, consulting firms, ISO/RTOs, and regulators
Strong capability in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Adobe Acrobat, & Google Earth
Fluent in PSLF, PSSE, TARA, UPLAN (or PROMOD), PSCAD, ASPEN - requirements to Perform studies
Preferred
Ability to use OASIS/OATI, GE PSLF, PSSE, UPAN, PSCAD, ASPEN, PowerWorld, and/or AutoCAD
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Electric Power Systems Engineering and/or MBA
Experience working with TARA is highly regarded
Benefits
401(k) matching
Comprehensive medical and dental plan options
Flexible PTO
Company
Avantus
Avantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tom Buttgenbach, Ph.D.
Founder & CEO
Stephanie Perry
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-05-28
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