Senior Manager, Interconnection Services - ERCOT

About the role

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager, Interconnection Services to lead and support generator and large-load interconnection activities across the ERCOT region. This role will play a critical part in the full lifecycle of project development—from early-stage siting and transmission feasibility through interconnection, construction and grid synchronization.

Responsibilities

• Lead ERCOT interconnection application activities, ensuring compliance with protocols, study requirements, and project timelines
• Manage projects through all interconnection study phases, including screening, Full Interconnection Studies (FIS), and grid synchronization activities
• Cook directly with ERCOT, TSPs, and other stakeholders to advance projects through the interconnection queue
• Review and validate interconnection study results, assumptions, and mitigation requirements
• Perform and oversee transmission injection analyses and system impact assessments to evaluate interconnection feasibility and grid impacts
• Conduct or review steady-state, short-circuit, and transient stability studies using industry-standard tools such as PowerWorld, TARA, PSS/E, DSATools, and ASPEN
• Assess curtailment risk, congestion exposure, and transmission constraints to inform siting and development strategy
• Identify optimal interconnection points and transmission solutions for new generation and large-load projects
• Provide technical consulting support for early-stage project development, including siting analysis and transmission feasibility evaluations
• Support M&A and acquisition diligence activities by assessing interconnection viability, upgrade exposure, and project risks
• Develop portfolio optimization strategies related to transmission access and interconnection positioning
• Monitor ERCOT market developments, transmission planning activities, and regulatory changes to inform project strategy
• Partner with development, engineering, origination, finance, and regulatory teams to advance projects and support investment decisions
• Prepare and present technical findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with ERCOT, TSPs, consultants, and industry partners
• Identify opportunities to improve interconnection outcomes, reduce development risk, and enhance project economics

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years significant experience supporting generation and/or large-load interconnection activities within ERCOT
• Strong knowledge of ERCOT protocols, transmission planning practices, and NERC reliability standards
• Direct experience managing ERCOT interconnection applications and study processes
• Experience working collaboratively with ERCOT, TSPs, utilities, and external consultants
• Proven experience reviewing and interpreting Full Interconnection Studies and associated upgrade requirements
• Strong understanding of transmission constraints, and grid reliability considerations
• Proficiency with power system modeling and analysis tools including:
• PowerWorld
• TARA
• PSS/E
• DSATools
• ASPEN
• Expertise in:
• Steady-state analysis
• Short-circuit analysis
• Injection and transmission feasibility studies
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a collaborative environment
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: 5+ years
• Supervisor/Management Experience: 1+ years