Senior Power System Engineer - ERCOT Interconnection

Overview

Join us in leading the change! This role leads the delivery of power system generation and merchant transmission interconnection services across ERCOT. Operating with minimal supervision, the position manages complex technical studies, oversees interconnection processes, and guides a team of power system engineers. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in generation interconnection, advanced modeling capabilities, and strong client-facing communication skills. This role is central to shaping interconnection strategy, ensuring high-quality technical analyses, and supporting the growth of the organization’s power systems practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead generation interconnection efforts within the ERCOT footprint, serving as the technical expert for energy resource (generator and load) interconnection processes.
• Identify optimal grid interconnection strategies based on system impacts and grid capacity.
• Create and validate PSS/E, PSCAD, and TSAT plant models for Solar PV, BESS, Wind, and conventional projects.
• Perform interconnection modeling, due diligence, analysis, and specialized grid studies including Reactive Power Compensation, SSR, protection coordination, arc flash, and TOV (plus).
• Support business development and prepare scopes of work/proposals.
• Contribute to the organizational knowledge base and develop innovative study approaches.
• Mentor and develop junior Power Systems Engineers.
• Represent EPE at technical meetings and conferences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional experience as a Power Systems Engineer supporting generation and transmission interconnection.
• Well-versed in the interconnection process of ERCOT from the initial filing of the interconnection application through commercial operations; Other ISOs are a plus.
• PSCAD and PSS/E modeling experience, generation-focused (load modeling a plus).
• Hands-on ERCOT Model Quality Testing (MQT) experience.
• Proven team player with the ability to build and maintain internal and external relationships.
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality, productivity and innovation.
• Have high standards in producing quality reports and products that he/she shall own with pride.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal, particularly with respect to explaining technical matters.
• Strong customer focus, both internal and external.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• MYShare Employee Ownership Program
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities based on position.

Location

This position is open to remote based in the US or Canada

Travel

Occasional travel may be needed (10 % or less)

EEO Information

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster