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TotalEnergies · 3 days ago

Interconnection Manager

Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

TotalEnergies is seeking an Interconnection Manager to lead the transmission and interconnection strategy for renewable energy projects across the U.S. In this role, you will manage interconnection applications, ensure compliance with grid standards, and negotiate interconnection agreements while collaborating with various stakeholders.

Clean EnergyEnergyRenewable EnergySustainabilityTransportationVenture Capital

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead and manage interconnection applications and queue positions during the study phases

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all requirements meet grid interconnection standards

Provide compliance and technical support, perform routine updates, and ensure the project management database is up-to-date with the latest information

Support project’s acquisitions interconnection due diligence for solar, wind, loads, and standalone storage projects

Evaluate congestion patterns and basis risk to guide project siting and portfolio strategy

Participate in ISO stakeholder processes, meetings, and working groups to stay aligned with queue reforms and changes

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local grid codes and regulations

Mentor junior engineer(s) and key organizational stakeholders for the different interconnection processes across the US and Canada (Interconnection schedules, milestones, deliverables etc.)

Build a network of consultants, processes for engaging those partners, and internal databases for interconnection processes, study results, and cost estimates

Perform other tasks and takes on additional duties as reasonably assigned

Negotiate complex transmission and/or generator interconnection agreements with various transmission service providers across the US and Canada such as IA/ISA/CSA

Qualification

Interconnection engineeringPower systems knowledgePower system modelingRenewable energy technologiesRTO/ISO processesAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsDecision-making skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred

Minimum of 5 years of experience in interconnection engineering or a related field, specifically in the renewable energy sector

Strong knowledge of power systems, grid architecture, and renewable energy technologies

Proficiency in using software tools for power system modeling and analysis such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, PSLF, PSCAD, and/or TARA

Good working knowledge of the RTO/ISO transmission planning and generation interconnection processes of one or more of the following areas: ERCOT, CAISO, PJM, SPP, MISO, ERCOT, SERC, NYISO, WECC, etc

Effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to ensure clear communication internally with other departmental teams

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines

Preferred

Previous experience as a transmission planning, transmission, generation, transmission analyst, or interconnection engineer preferred

Benefits

Generous PTO

Medical, dental & vision care

HSA with company contributions

Health FSA

Commuter benefits or paid parking

401(k) plan with employer match

Flexible 401(k)

Life & accident insurances

Generous parental leave

Education assistance

Fitness subsidy

And more.

Company

TotalEnergies

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