Lead interconnection strategy and execution for utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects across the Western U.S. Manage CAISO and utility coordination, develop transmission strategies, and serve as primary stakeholder contact. Requires 7+ years of experience in interconnection, transmission planning, and WECC markets.
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Senior Interconnection Manager
Remote – Western U.S. (Must be based in the Pacific or Mountain Time Zone)
A leading renewable energy developer is seeking a Senior Interconnection Manager to support a rapidly growing portfolio of utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects across the Western U.S.
This role will be responsible for driving interconnection strategy and execution from early-stage development through commercial operation, with a strong focus on WECC markets and CAISO interconnection processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead interconnection activities across a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy and energy storage projects.
- Manage generator interconnection requests and study processes with CAISO, utilities, and transmission providers.
- Coordinate and review System Impact Studies, Facilities Studies, deliverability assessments, and interconnection agreements.
- Develop interconnection and transmission strategies to optimize project viability, timelines, and project economics.
- Serve as the primary point of contact with utilities, consultants, ISOs/RTOs, and other key stakeholders.
- Partner closely with Development, Transmission, Engineering, and Commercial teams to identify and mitigate interconnection risks.
- Monitor transmission planning activities, queue reform initiatives, and regulatory developments across WECC markets.
- Support project acquisitions, greenfield development opportunities, and transmission due diligence efforts.
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Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in interconnection, transmission planning, power systems, or grid integration.
- Strong experience managing utility-scale renewable energy and/or battery energy storage projects.
- Direct experience with CAISO interconnection processes and a strong understanding of the broader WECC region. (preferred)
- Experience navigating generator interconnection studies, transmission planning processes, and utility coordination.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders across different stages of development.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders.
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Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Join a well-capitalized developer with a substantial pipeline of renewable energy and storage projects.
- High-impact position with visibility across development, engineering, and executive leadership teams.
- Opportunity to shape interconnection strategy across some of the most active renewable energy markets in North America.
- Competitive compensation package, bonus, and long-term growth opportunities.
- Fully remote role for candidates based in the Pacific or Mountain Time Zones.
If you have experience navigating CAISO and WECC interconnection processes and are looking to play a key role in advancing utility-scale renewable energy projects, we'd love to hear from you.
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