Perform and interpret bulk transmission and interconnection analysis using commercial power flow software to pinpoint the best places to connect to the grid
Perform and review transmission planning, power flow, and stability studies using commercial tools (PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PSCAD, etc.) - guiding teammates on best practices and elevating the quality of all analyses.
Evaluate transmission system dynamics under high penetrations of renewables
Develop reasonable and technically supported study assumptions using the best available queue and grid upgrades datasets
Consider the technical and commercial viability of new generation and large load projects by forecasting upgrade costs
Work closely with the product and engineering teams to develop software solutions that enhance power system analysis at scale
Apply and expand your expertise in power systems and interconnection processes across different utilities and ISOs
Act as the domain expert within Paces to shape internal methodologies and inform product development
Generalize power system principles and utility processes into scalable software applications and proprietary datasets
2+ years of experience in power system studies, transmission planning, or interconnection engineering at a consultant, developer, ISO/RTO, or utility.
Deep familiarity with generator interconnection modeling in at least one major ISO/RTO (PJM, MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, WECC).
Proven ability to run and interpret power flow, stability, and upgrade cost studies; proficiency with tools like PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PSCAD.
Strong quantitative chops and an instinct for spotting flawed assumptions.
Experience mentoring or reviewing the work of junior engineers.
Comfortable being customer-facing , presenting results directly to external stakeholders.
Familiarity with scripting or automation (Python, MATLAB, etc.) to improve workflows.
Are a hands-on engineer who also loves raising the bar for those around you.
Enjoy stress-testing peers’ work and teaching others how to sharpen their craft.
Get a thrill out of presenting complex interconnection risks in plain English.
Default to action, curiosity, and building smarter workflows.
See AI as an opportunity to automate the grind so you can focus on the edge cases that really matter.
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