Mid-Level Interconnection Studies Engineer

The challenge

Three solar projects totaling 900 MW are in the interconnection queue and need system impact studies completed. You will perform independent power flow analysis to support queue advancement and identify potential mitigation requirements early.

Role overview

Studies work — not field commissioning. You perform the power systems analyses that determine whether renewable generation projects can connect to the grid: power flow, short circuit, and stability studies that inform interconnection agreements. This is the technical work that moves projects from queue position to executed interconnection agreement, done in PSS/E and PSCAD against utility models.

Specializations

Technical requirements

• BSEE with 3-5 years of power systems experience
• Proficiency in PSS/E, PSCAD, or ETAP for power flow and transient analysis
• Understanding of FERC interconnection processes (LGIP, SGIP) and NERC reliability standards
• Experience modeling utility-scale solar or wind generation facilities
• Working knowledge of IEEE 1547 and utility interconnection standards
• Strong technical writing skills for interconnection study reports

Key responsibilities

• Perform power flow and short circuit studies for solar and wind interconnection applications using PSS/E or PSCAD
• Analyze steady-state and transient impacts of large-scale renewable generation on transmission systems
• Support FERC LGIP interconnection study processes and review utility-produced study results
• Model inverter dynamic behavior and validate settings against utility interconnection requirements
• Prepare technical portions of interconnection applications and facility study responses
• Evaluate potential transmission upgrades and develop cost-effective mitigation strategies

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $105,000 - $130,000
• Annual bonus target 8%
• Professional development budget ($4,000/year)
• Remote-first with quarterly team gatherings
• 401(k) match to 5%