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Nextracker Inc. · 10 hours ago

Staff Power System Regulatory Engineer

San Rafael, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$190K/yr - $220K/yr

15+ years exp

Nextracker Inc. is driving the global energy transition with integrated clean energy technology solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Regulatory Engineer to support the deployment and grid-integration of large-scale PV and Energy Storage systems, focusing on regulatory processes and interconnection standards.

Renewables & Environment

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Track evolving federal, state, and ISO/RTO regulatory developments impacting PV and storage interconnection

Develop internal guidance on interconnection and regulatory best practices across multiple ISOs/RTOs

Translate ISO/RTO study requirements (system impact, deliverability, cluster studies) into technical guidance for product and project development

Interpret interconnection standards, tariffs, and interconnection agreements for inverter-based resources (IBRs)

Analyze and advise on compliance with grid codes (e.g., ride-through, frequency/voltage response, VAR support)

Help direct modeling and validation of inverter-based PV and storage systems per Federal and RTO/ISO requirements

Represent the company in stakeholder processes (e.g., FERC rulemakings, ISO working groups, utility technical conferences)

Develop internal regulatory briefs and provide technical input to advocacy efforts

Collaborate with project engineering, development, and permitting teams to align system design with regulatory requirements

Support contractual negotiations with utilities and ISOs/RTOs by providing regulatory and technical insights

Contribute to industry forums, standards committees, and working groups to shape emerging IBR regulations

Qualification

Power Systems EngineeringISO/RTO interconnection processesFERC regulationsNERC reliability standardsGrid modeling toolsInterconnection standardsRegulatory filingsTechnical reportsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related field

Minimum of 15 years of engineering experience and 10 years of experience with utility scale generation, in particular transmission connected PV, energy storage, and/or other IBRs, and DER

In-depth knowledge of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (PJM, MISO, CAISO, ERCOT, etc.)

Experience with FERC regulations, NERC reliability standards, PURPA, and their application

Familiarity with grid modeling tools for interconnection and stability studies

Familiarity with interconnection standards: IEEE 1547, IEEE 2030, IEEE 2800, etc

Strong ability to interpret and communicate regulatory/technical requirements to cross-functional teams

Experience preparing regulatory filings, compliance documentation, and technical reports

Demonstrated success engaging with ISOs, utilities, or regulatory agencies

Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams

Benefits

Health care coverage

Dental and vision

401(K) participation including company matching

Company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off

Generous discretionary company bonuses

Life and disability protection

Stock compensation

Company

Nextracker Inc.

Nextpower™ (formerly Nextracker) designs, engineers, and delivers an advanced energy technology platform for solar power plants, innovating across structural, electrical, and digital domains.

Founded in 2013

Fremont, CA, US

1001-5000 employees

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