1st Avenue Power · 2 months ago
Director, Transmission and Interconnection Engineering
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $185K/yr
7+ years exp1st Avenue Power is a company dedicated to delivering intelligent power systems that leverage solar energy for global customers. The Director of Transmission and Interconnection Engineering will lead the technical and strategic aspects of transmission analysis and grid interconnection for large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage projects, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with reliability standards.
ConsultingEnergyEnergy ManagementInfrastructurePower Grid
Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to optimize project siting based on transmission availability, congestion analysis, and queue positioning
Direct the preparation and review of power flow, short circuit, transient stability, and reactive power studies
Manage interconnection requests (FERC, CAISO, MISO, PJM, ERCOT, etc.) and interface with ISOs/RTOs and utilities throughout the study process
Evaluate system performance, network upgrades, and curtailment risks for both solar and hybrid (solar + storage) configurations
Ensure compliance with NERC, IEEE, and regional reliability standards
Work closely with criss-functional team members and consultants to ensure grid-compliant designs and optimized points of interconnection (POIs)
Support due diligence for M&A and joint venture activities by assessing interconnection risks and opportunities
Present complex grid and transmission topics to executives, investors, and regulatory stakeholders in a clear, business-relevant manner
Develop standardized tools, models, and methodologies for evaluating interconnection and congestion across regions
Oversee consultants and external transmission studies, ensuring quality and consistency
Monitor policy and regulatory developments that affect transmission access and queue processes
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master's preferred)
7+ years of experience in power systems, interconnection engineering, or grid planning
Deep understanding of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (e.g., CAISO, ERCOT, SPP)
Experience with PSS®E, PSCAD, TARA, PowerWorld, or similar power systems modeling tools
Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders
Proven track record of successful delivery of interconnection applications and execution of large-scale renewable or hybrid projects
Experience with hybrid systems (PV + BESS) and inverter-based resource modeling
Benefits
Health Insurance: We offer 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan.
Dental & Vision Insurance: 50% of employee premiums are covered.
Retirement Plan: A 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.
Company
1st Avenue Power
1st Avenue Power is an infrastructure company that offers deployable clean power systems.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase