Greenflash · 1 day ago
Electrical Engineer - Interconnection
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expGreenflash is a fast-growing independent power producer focused on large-scale energy storage and data center projects across the U.S. The Electrical Engineer will support technical execution, ensuring power system reliability and grid integration for energy infrastructure projects.
Renewables & Environment
Responsibilities
Perform power system modeling and studies (load flow, dynamic, and transient stability analyses) for large-scale electrical interconnections, including data centers and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Support interconnection studies and regulatory filings, including RIOO-IS submissions, QSA deliverables, and LSIPA attestations (e.g., ERCOT, SPP, CAISO)
Evaluate and model large electronic loads, UPS systems, and ride-through behavior under voltage and frequency disturbances
Conduct technical reviews of HV (e.g., 345kV,138kV) substation and interconnection facility designs, ensuring compliance with ERCOT, NERC, and IEEE standards
Support procurement evaluations for major electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, UPS, and circuit breakers
Assist in the design and validation of islanding and microgrid configurations to enhance project resilience and operational reliability
Collaborate with utilities, EPCs, EMS, OEMs, consultants, developers, and data center operators to resolve design and interconnection challenges
Interpret and apply grid codes, ride-through standards, and interconnection requirements (IEEE 2800, NERC PRC, ERCOT)
Ensure project designs and interconnection studies align with ERCOT SB-6 reliability and dispatchability requirements, including verification of backup generation, system stability, and firm capacity performance
Review and validate engineering documentation, protection schemes, and power quality analyses to ensure robust, high-availability operation
Document lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvement of internal engineering and interconnection processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
At least 2 years of experience in power systems, transmission, interconnection, or large-scale electrical infrastructure (data centers, BESS, renewables, or T&D)
Proficiency with power system modeling tools such as PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, ETAP, or DIgSILENT PowerFactory
Experience with high-voltage design, equipment specifications, and interconnection studies
Familiarity with utility interconnection processes, grid compliance standards, and project permitting workflows in ERCOT
Exposure to data center electrical systems (UPS, generators, switchgear), grid-forming power converters, and BESS applications
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility
Knowledge of grid-forming controls, black-start/islanding, and resilience strategies
Understanding of harmonic analysis and power quality issues in electronic load environments
Familiarity with protection and coordination studies for high-reliability operations
Knowledge of ERCOT market rules, interconnection agreements, and compliance procedures
Strong communication and coordination skills for multi-disciplinary collaboration, and manage external consultants and vendors
Adaptable and solution-oriented, with a commitment to innovation, reliability, and continuous improvement
Company
Greenflash
Greenflash develops, acquires, builds, operates, manages, and monetizes grid scale storage.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase