Transmission & Interconnection Manager

Responsibilities

• Define and standardize internal requirements for behind-the-meter generation interconnections, including technical studies, testing protocols, and utility compliance requirements
• Identify and evaluate utility rules, technical requirements, and implementation pathways for behind-the-meter generation opportunities
• Lead interconnection activities for behind-the-meter projects, including application strategy, utility coordination, technical study review, and agreement execution
• Serve as Fervo’s primary interface with customers and external stakeholders for behind-the-meter interconnection activities
• Support assessment of power delivery options and transmission-related project risks across Fervo’s development portfolio
• Prepare and support transmission service applications and evaluate OASIS data, congestion risks, and transmission availability
• Assess transmission-related market dynamics, including nodal basis exposure, LMP pricing impacts, and interregional transmission opportunities
• Support evaluation of strategic transmission development and multi-party transmission participation opportunities
• Provide technical support for surface facility design and grid connection requirements
• Coincide closely with Development, Engineering, Commercial, and external utility stakeholders to support successful project execution
• Contribute to internal market and transmission analyses that inform Fervo’s commercial development strategy across North America

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in generation interconnection, transmission systems, utility coordination, or behind-the-meter power connections
• Strong understanding of electric grid interconnection processes and utility technical requirements
• Ability to manage complex external stakeholder relationships across utilities, customers, and project teams
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Preferred

• Experience with behind-the-meter load and generation interconnections
• Familiarity with ISO/RTO market structures, transmission service processes, and interconnection agreements
• Knowledge of state and federal regulatory frameworks applicable to electric power systems
• Understanding of transmission topology, congestion dynamics, and power delivery risk assessment
• Experience operating in dynamic power or commodity market environments