​United States (Remote)

Director of Interconnection & Transmission – Renewable Energy

Vallum Associates are partnered with a leading renewable energy company who is seeking a Director of Interconnection & Transmission to support its growing North American operations. This role will focus on evaluating grid interconnection opportunities for solar, hybrid (PV + BESS), and standalone BESS projects across key ISO and non-ISO markets (CAISO, PJM, SPP, MISO, ERCOT, NYISO).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead interconnection analysis for greenfield development and project acquisitions.

• Manage interconnection applications and queue positions, ensuring compliance with ISO and utility requirements.

• Conduct due diligence on project viability, technical risks, and grid capacity constraints.

• Oversee feasibility, system impact, and facilities studies, collaborating with utilities, ISOs, and consultants.

• Negotiate interconnection agreements and provide strategic recommendations on project development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

  (Master’s in Power Systems preferred).

• 10+ years

  in electrical power systems, with

  5+ years

  in grid interconnection for utility-scale projects.

• Expertise in

  ISO markets

  (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, MISO, SPP).

• Strong knowledge of

  power flow analysis, interconnection studies, and transmission planning.

• Familiarity with

  PSLF, TARA, ASPEN, ETAP software.

• Understanding of

  NERC/FERC reliability standards

  and ISO interconnection processes.

Other Details:

• Remote with occasional travel to their CA office for quarterly meetings

• $200,000-$250,000 base plus 30% bonus

This position offers career growth opportunities in a fast-paced, high-impact environment within the renewable energy sector.