Senior Power System Interconnection Engineer at Nextracker Inc. in Nashville, TN | USD160,000-180,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

modeling

documentation

interconnection

compliance

risk assessment

collaboration

Translate ISO/RTO study requirements into technical guidance for product development teams.
Support modeling and validation of inverter-based PV and storage systems per ISO/RTO/utility requirements (e.g., PSCAD, PSS®E, PSLF, etc.).
Prepare and maintain technical documentation required for interconnection studies, permitting, and compliance audits.
Lead or assist customers with submission of interconnection applications for PV and Energy Storage projects under ISO, RTO, and utility-specific processes.
Support responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, and compliance filings.
Contribute to industry forums, standards committees, and working groups to shape emerging IBR regulations.
Generate regulatory compliance checklists, risk assessments, and mitigation plans for each project.
Collaborate with project engineering, development, and permitting teams to ensure project designs comply with applicable state, ISO/RTO, utility and federal requirements.

Requirements

electrical eng

grid modeling

iso/rto

ieee standards

ferc

12+ yrs

Minimum of 12 years of engineering experience and 10 years of experience with utility scale generation, in particular transmission connected PV, energy storage, and/or other IBRs, and DER.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related field.
Working knowledge of FERC regulations, NERC reliability standards, PURPA, and their application.
Strong ability to interpret and communicate regulatory/technical requirements to cross-functional teams.
Experience preparing regulatory filings, compliance documentation, and technical reports.
Experience with grid modeling tools for interconnection and stability studies.
Demonstrated success with projects with various ISOs and utilities.
In-depth knowledge of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (PJM, MISO, CAISO, ERCOT, etc.).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.
Detailed understanding of interconnection standards: IEEE 1547, IEEE 2030, IEEE 2800, etc.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology.
Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency.
Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions.
Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation.
Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents.
Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position.
Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide.
Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure.
Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.

Culture + Values

Customer Success
Innovation & Agility
Collaboration & Teamwork
Safety First
Sustainability in Action
Excellence in Execution

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2040

Ambitious Climate Goal

Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, showcasing strong commitment to sustainability.

50M CO2 Saved

Annual Emission Reduction

Reduces 50 million metric tons of CO2 annually through solar projects, significantly impacting global emissions.

100% Renewable by 2030

Energy Transition Commitment

Committed to sourcing all operational energy needs from renewable sources by 2030.

Designs products to enhance solar energy efficiency and reduce costs.
Solutions accelerate the global shift to sustainable energy.

Inclusion & Diversity

50/50 Gender Ratio

Leadership Commitment

The company aims to achieve equal representation of men and women in its leadership teams.

45% Women Employees

Employee Representation

A significant percentage of the workforce is female, with strong presence in engineering and technology roles.

Promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce with measurable goals for gender balance in leadership positions.
Supports diverse hiring practices to foster inclusion across different backgrounds.

Articles

Careers

TrueCapture™ (predictive modeling software)

Global Data Protection Policy

Nextracker Wikipedia

Role

Description

modeling

documentation

interconnection

compliance

risk assessment

collaboration

Translate ISO/RTO study requirements into technical guidance for product development teams.
Support modeling and validation of inverter-based PV and storage systems per ISO/RTO/utility requirements (e.g., PSCAD, PSS®E, PSLF, etc.).
Prepare and maintain technical documentation required for interconnection studies, permitting, and compliance audits.
Lead or assist customers with submission of interconnection applications for PV and Energy Storage projects under ISO, RTO, and utility-specific processes.
Support responses to regulatory inquiries, audits, and compliance filings.
Contribute to industry forums, standards committees, and working groups to shape emerging IBR regulations.
Generate regulatory compliance checklists, risk assessments, and mitigation plans for each project.
Collaborate with project engineering, development, and permitting teams to ensure project designs comply with applicable state, ISO/RTO, utility and federal requirements.

Requirements

electrical eng

grid modeling

iso/rto

ieee standards

ferc

12+ yrs

Minimum of 12 years of engineering experience and 10 years of experience with utility scale generation, in particular transmission connected PV, energy storage, and/or other IBRs, and DER.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related field.
Working knowledge of FERC regulations, NERC reliability standards, PURPA, and their application.
Strong ability to interpret and communicate regulatory/technical requirements to cross-functional teams.
Experience preparing regulatory filings, compliance documentation, and technical reports.
Experience with grid modeling tools for interconnection and stability studies.
Demonstrated success with projects with various ISOs and utilities.
In-depth knowledge of ISO/RTO interconnection processes (PJM, MISO, CAISO, ERCOT, etc.).
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.
Detailed understanding of interconnection standards: IEEE 1547, IEEE 2030, IEEE 2800, etc.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology.
Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency.
Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions.
Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation.
Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents.
Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position.
Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide.
Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure.
Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.

Culture + Values

Customer Success
Innovation & Agility
Collaboration & Teamwork
Safety First
Sustainability in Action
Excellence in Execution

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero 2040

Ambitious Climate Goal

Aiming to achieve net zero emissions by 2040, showcasing strong commitment to sustainability.

50M CO2 Saved

Annual Emission Reduction

Reduces 50 million metric tons of CO2 annually through solar projects, significantly impacting global emissions.

100% Renewable by 2030

Energy Transition Commitment

Committed to sourcing all operational energy needs from renewable sources by 2030.

Designs products to enhance solar energy efficiency and reduce costs.
Solutions accelerate the global shift to sustainable energy.

Inclusion & Diversity

50/50 Gender Ratio

Leadership Commitment

The company aims to achieve equal representation of men and women in its leadership teams.

45% Women Employees

Employee Representation

A significant percentage of the workforce is female, with strong presence in engineering and technology roles.

Promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce with measurable goals for gender balance in leadership positions.
Supports diverse hiring practices to foster inclusion across different backgrounds.

Articles

Careers

TrueCapture™ (predictive modeling software)

Global Data Protection Policy

Nextracker Wikipedia