Head of Interconnection

LocationSan Francisco, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$227,000-$347,990

About This Job


What You Can Expect

As the Head of Interconnection, you will lead the management of interconnection, transmission, and grid integration processes to support the development and operational goals of the Company’s Wind, Solar, and Storage pipeline across CAISO, WECC, SPP, ERCOT, MISO, and PJM. Your responsibilities will include navigating utility tariffs, transmission planning, technical evaluations, contract negotiations, and overseeing the full interconnection life cycle – from early-stage development through construction and commercial operation.

As the Head of Interconnection, you will also manage a team of interconnection managers and grid analysis professionals, ensuring key project milestones are met and aligning interconnection strategies with the broader company objectives.

Coordinate, review, and interpret interconnection and transmission studies performed by utilities and consultants, including utility transmission planning reports, and present key findings and implications to internal stakeholders
Function as main liaison with project developers, and third-party consultants, on matters relating to interconnection to provide technical insight and business solutions to reduce interconnection cost and remove obstacles to project
Perform and manage technical analyses—including load flow, basis and congestion modeling—to predict interconnection capacity, deliverability, and other key transmission parameters, and provide technical support for project development and acquisition activities by evaluating transmission system and planning issues
Support liquidity tracking for interconnection securities and provide cash flow recommendations to management
Conduct due diligence to identify interconnection and transmission risks associated with potential projects, portfolio acquisitions, and commercial transactions, and provide technical evaluations and recommendations based on transmission system and planning analyses
Perform transmission system assessments and policy reviews to forecast future grid conditions, evaluate commercial viability, and monitor regional transmission planning and interconnection policy changes; participate in regulatory and market stakeholder processes in coordination with the Company’s regulatory and development teams
Lead the negotiation of interconnection and transmission-related agreements with utilities
Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize project designs for grid integration and interconnection compliance
Represent the Company to establish and maintain productive relationships with key utility and utility public commission personnel, industry groups, regulators and other stakeholders on issues related to transmission and interconnection

Monitor progress of required system upgrades and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines and viability


What You’ll Bring

Bachelor Degree in Business, Construction, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Management, or another Analytical field required

Minimum of 15 years of relevant work experience, including at least 10 years in transmission planning, grid operations, or generation interconnection at a developer or consulting firm
Deep understanding of interconnection processes and regulatory frameworks across major North American RTOs/ISOs, with strong relationships or the ability to build relationships with utilities, RTOs, and industry stakeholders
Proficiency in power system modeling and analysis, including power flow and system impact studies, with experience in transmission planning and generator interconnection studies
Understanding of electrical diagrams/systems and preliminary site plans
Proven collaboration and problem-solving skills, capable of applying advanced engineering principles to identify and solve complex issues

Demonstrated ability to manage teams with varying priorities and multiple projects simultaneously under time constraints


Additional Details

This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy

Must be available to travel domestically 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips

Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies


Compensation


Salary Range: $227,000 – $347,990 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .


WHY ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@ENGIE.com . This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.


This role is eligible for sponsorship.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.


Business Unit: GBU Renewables


Division: REN NORTHAM - US


Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.


Professional Experience: Senior (experience >15 years)


Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

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