Transmission & Interconnection Engineer

About Us:

East Point Energy is a development firm focused on the origination, construction, and operation of energy storage projects. Our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country, helping to transform the grid into a renewable, resilient, and affordable system for generations to come. East Point is a wholly owned subsidiary of Equinor, a broad international energy company committed to long-term value creation in a low-carbon future.

East Point’s nimble team is comprised of hard-working, strategic problem solvers who are passionate about sustainability. We are technology and contractor agnostic, allowing us to find the best solution for each project. Success for East Point is measured by delivering affordable energy storage solutions that benefit the grid, communities, and our environment.

East Point is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they feel they are fully qualified in every way. We also know that sometimes the best candidates do not check every box. If you are interested in learning more, we would love to hear from you.

Title: Transmission & Interconnection Engineer

We are seeking a Transmission & Interconnection Engineer to enhance our grid connection efforts in support of all East Point activities across a growing portfolio of battery energy storage projects. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, effective project management skills, and a drive for enabling successful grid integration.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage technical strategies for identifying points of interconnection aligned with portfolio strategy and submitting interconnection requests to utilities and RTOs/ISOs 

• Serve as a point of contact for interconnection-related activities with utilities, RTOs/ISOs, and service providers 

• Support the negotiation and execution of interconnection agreements and related documentation 

• Coordinate with the Development Engineering team to track and communicate interconnection statuses, study milestones, costs, and capital exposure risks 

• Analyze interconnection queues and transmission planning data to inform site selection and project viability 

• Lead and manage a network of consultants and internal protocols for evaluating interconnection study results and cost estimates 

• Support with potential to lead the evaluation of available capacity, required upgrades, and estimated interconnection costs throughout the development lifecycle 

• Monitor and communicate key transmission upgrades and tariff changes in target markets 

• Provide support across all East Point teams on various Interconnection related project activities 

• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Skills:

• Proficiency with power system modeling tools such as PSSE, PowerWorld and/or TARA 

• Strong understanding of RTO/ISO and utility tariffs, business practices, and interconnection procedures 

• Ability to synthesize complex technical data into actionable insights 

• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills 

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a dynamic portfolio 

Characteristics of an ideal candidate:

• Passion for renewable energy development and the environment

• Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset

• Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value

• Team player and leader, proactive attitude

• Organized, attention to detail

• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action

• Integrity and accountability

Education & Experience:

• 4-year university degree in electrical engineering required, master’s degree with a focus on power system planning is preferred   

• 2+ years of experience in transmission planning and generator interconnection with a strong interest in utility scale BESS 

Travel & Time Commitment:

• Limited travel related to company events and potential conferences

• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times. 

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance 

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage 

• Life Insurance 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• 401(k) & Employer Match 

• Parental Leave 

• Paid Time Off 

• Sick Leave 

• Holidays 

• Education, Parking, and Gym Membership Stipends 

Location:

• Strong preference for full time in-person presence in East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA. Potential for discussion around hybrid or remote work with highly qualified candidates who are willing to travel to the East Point Energy office periodically. 

This job description is not inclusive of all requirements of the position. Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.

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