Sr. Director/VP, Transmission and Interconnection Engineering
The Impact You’ll Make
The Sr. Director/VP, Transmission and Interconnection Engineering will lead all technical and strategic aspects of transmission analysis, grid interconnection, and system integration for large-scale solar PV and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This leader will oversee the evaluation of transmission capacity, grid constraints, and interconnection requirements, ensuring that projects are developed with optimal technical performance and economic value.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement strategies to optimize project siting based on transmission availability, congestion analysis, and queue positioning.
Direct the preparation and review of power flow, short circuit, transient stability, and reactive power studies.
Manage interconnection requests (FERC, CAISO, MISO, PJM, ERCOT, etc.) and interface with ISOs/RTOs and utilities throughout the study process.
Evaluate system performance, network upgrades, and curtailment risks for both solar and hybrid (solar + storage) configurations.
Ensure compliance with NERC, IEEE, and regional reliability standards.
Work closely with cross-functional team members and consultants to ensure grid-compliant designs and optimized points of interconnection (POIs).
Support due diligence for M&A and joint venture activities by assessing interconnection risks and opportunities.
Present complex grid and transmission topics to executives, investors, and regulatory stakeholders in a clear, business-relevant manner.
Develop standardized tools, models, and methodologies for evaluating interconnection and congestion across regions.
Oversee consultants and external transmission studies, ensuring quality and consistency.
Monitor policy and regulatory developments that affect transmission access and queue processes.
Other duties as assigned
The Skills You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).
7+ years of experience in power systems, interconnection engineering, or grid planning.
Deep understanding of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (e.g., CAISO, ERCOT, SPP).
Experience with PSS®E, PSCAD, TARA, PowerWorld, or similar power systems modeling tools.
Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
Proven track record of successful delivery of interconnection applications and execution of large-scale renewable or hybrid projects.
Experience with hybrid systems (PV + BESS) and inverter-based resource modeling.
Utility-Scale Energy Asset Management experience preferred.
Benefits and Perks
Competitive Compensation Package
Remote Flexibility with 5-15% travel to sites as needed
Health Insurance: We offer 100% coverage of employee premiums under a Gold-level PPO plan. Dental & Vision Insurance: 50% of employee premiums are covered.
Retail Plan: A 401(k) plan with a 6% employer match.
About 1st Avenue Power
At 1st Avenue Power, we are on a mission to deliver simple, fast-to-deploy, customer-centric and intelligent power systems leveraging the abundance of solar to provide inexpensive and reliable clean energy to global customers from data centers to energy starved communities around the world. We envision a future where every community, business, and nation thrives on the limitless potential of clean energy, united in a shared commitment to a sustainable and equitable world.
Additional Information
Minimum salary of $220,000 to maximum salary of $275,000 + equity + benefits.