Energy Consultant for Interconnection

About the role

As a Consultant or Senior Consultant in the Interconnection & Transmission team, you will support interconnection consulting engagements for clients across North American power markets. This role focuses on hands-on support for Interconnection Application (IA) preparation, submission, and tracking, as well as analytical support for generator and load interconnection studies and transmission planning work.

Responsibilities

• Support Interconnection Application (IA) activities, including preparation of application materials, data validation, and coordination of submissions and addressing deficiencies.
• Assist with tracking IA milestones, study phases, schedules, and data requests, and help maintain internal IA trackers and documentation.
• Perform entry-level technical analyses to support generator and load interconnection and transmission planning studies.
• Support power flow modeling and simulation efforts under guidance from senior team members.
• Assist in preparing client deliverables, including technical memoranda, reports, presentations, and data summaries.
• Coordinate with internal project teams to support IA-related consulting work across multiple client engagements.
• Stay current on interconnection rules, study processes, and regulatory developments across North American power markets.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Management, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in the North American electric power sector or strong academic exposure to power systems, transmission, or interconnection topics.
• Demonstrated experience with using power system modeling tools (e.g., PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA) through coursework, internships, or early professional experience.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience supporting Interconnection Application preparation, submission, or study coordination.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• 4+ years of experience in power markets or transmission consulting.
• Experience working with renewable developers, transmission utilities, or related stakeholders.
• Advanced skills in MS Office and data analysis tools.
• Experience in any North American market related to interconnection and transmission planning is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of transmission planning, power flow analysis, and grid operations concepts.
• Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

This role is based in Reston, VA with a preference for in-office presence, though remote work may be considered.

Pay

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $74,090.00 – $125,954.00.