Associate Technical Director - Interconnection Services in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Associate Technical Director - Interconnection Services in the United States.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced power systems professional to help shape the future of grid modernization and energy infrastructure. In this role, you will provide technical leadership on complex interconnection and transmission planning studies while supporting clients navigating evolving energy markets and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with senior leadership, mentor engineering teams, and contribute to innovative solutions that improve grid reliability, resilience, and integration of renewable energy resources. The position combines advanced technical expertise, client advisory responsibilities, and strategic collaboration within a highly specialized and forward-thinking consulting environment. Ideal candidates are analytical problem-solvers who thrive on tackling challenging technical issues, building trusted client relationships, and driving operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the modernization of the electric grid while collaborating with industry leaders and energy innovators.

• Lead and execute complex generation, load interconnection, and transmission planning studies in alignment with ISO and utility methodologies, particularly within ISO New England and NYISO markets.
• Provide technical oversight for model benchmarking, interconnection analysis, and compliance with evolving regulatory and technical standards.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection services, staying informed on industry trends, market developments, and regulatory updates affecting energy infrastructure projects.
• Strengthen technical delivery processes, QA/QC frameworks, and engineering standards to ensure efficient, accurate, and high-quality project execution.
• Mentor and develop engineering teams by fostering technical growth, accountability, collaboration, and client-focused problem-solving capabilities.
• Advise clients on interconnection strategies, study results, risk identification, and opportunities to optimize timelines, reduce upgrade costs, and improve project outcomes.
• Translate highly technical findings into clear, actionable recommendations that support commercial and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to support business development efforts, contribute to go-to-market strategies, and assist with proposals and scope development.
• Represent the organization at industry conferences, technical forums, and professional events while contributing to technical publications and thought leadership initiatives.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience within the electric power or energy industry, with strong expertise in interconnection services or transmission planning.
• Direct experience working with ISO New England, NYISO, utilities within those regions, or consulting organizations supporting those markets.
• Hands-on experience with multiple interconnection and planning study types, including NYISO MIS/DIS studies, ISO-NE deliverability studies, benchmarking, and load interconnection analysis.
• Strong knowledge of inverter-based resource (IBR) modeling, generation and load interconnection studies, transmission planning, EMT studies, and related power systems analysis methodologies.
• Proficiency with industry-standard power system modeling and simulation tools such as PSSE, PSCAD, PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA, ASPEN, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of ISO and utility interconnection standards, regulatory requirements, and grid modernization initiatives in the Northeast energy markets.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to connect technical analysis to commercial strategy and client outcomes.
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams and client organizations.
• Experience with EMT modeling, automation tools such as Python, C#, or SQL, or interconnection studies outside the Northeast is considered highly beneficial.

• Comprehensive health and wellness coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance with 100% premium coverage for employees.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Employee ownership program offering long-term growth and investment opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting from day one.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote and hybrid work options depending on role requirements.
• Opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading experts in renewable energy, grid modernization, and advanced power systems engineering.
• Professional growth and development opportunities within an innovative and mission-driven organization.
• Remote work opportunity within the United States with limited travel requirements (approximately 10% or less).