Avantus · 12 hours ago
Analyst or Associate, Transmission & Interconnection
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expAvantus develops, owns, and operates utility-scale clean energy projects across California and the Desert Southwest. They are seeking a highly motivated and organized candidate for the Analyst or Associate, Transmission & Interconnection position, responsible for leading projects through the interconnection process and providing strategic analysis on transmission systems.
CreditFinancial Services
Hiring Manager
Amanda Kili
Responsibilities
Lead projects through the interconnection process from project inception through Commercial Operation for Avantus’ projects in ISOs (CAISO, ERCOT, SPP) and vertically integrated markets (WECC)
Evaluate transmission and 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
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, and Operations
Qualification
Required
2-3 years' related experience in interconnection and project development or transmission planning at a utility, ISO/RTO, or project developer
Deep understanding of CAISO and 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
Preferred
Ability to use OASIS/OATI, GE PSLF, PSSE, Grid view, and/or AutoCAD
Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Engineering and/or MBA
Experience with utilities and ISOs
Up to date with queue reforms, study changes
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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