Interconnection Analyst (Solar)

Provide interconnection expertise for site selection, bid proposals, project financing, and project handoffs to execution teams.

Track and oversee interconnection studies, applications, and follow-up requirements for the project portfolio.

As an Interconnection Analyst, you will navigate the technical and regulatory aspects of utility interconnection for renewable energy and energy storage projects. Leveraging 4–8 years of experience in interconnection processes, you will prepare and review interconnection packages, analyse utility and regulatory guidelines (FERC, PJM, NYISO, SPP, ERCOT), and evaluate transmission and distribution tariffs, costs, and timelines. This role focuses on supporting both front-of-the-meter (FTM) and behind-the-meter (BTM) projects across RTO regions while optimizing strategies for grid integration and state incentive programs.

Assist in responding to regulatory queries and ensuring alignment with technical requirements.

Understand and manage interconnection requirements, processes, timelines, and tariff rules across relevant RTOs/ISOs.

Stay updated on utility, commission, and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.

Foster collaboration by facilitating the exchange of technical information across engineering, development, and legal teams.

Participate in team meetings and maintain regular communication with team members to align project objectives.

Review and ensure compliance with utility and commission guidance documents.

Provide insights to inform project planning, future project opportunities, and technical strategies.

Contract and manage consultants for injection analysis, technical design, and other deliverables.

Collaborate with engineering and development teams to ensure timely application submissions and strategy optimization.

Navigate, interpret, and apply utility documentation and policy frameworks, including guidelines from SPP, WECC, SERC, FERC, and CERC.

Navigate, interpret, and apply utility documentation and policy frameworks, including SERC, CERC, or international regulatory guidelines.

Support negotiations of technical terms in interconnection agreements.

Prepare, review, and validate interconnection packages to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Serve as the primary technical lead and point of contact with ISOs, RTOs, utilities, and transmission service providers for interconnection activities.

Identify optimal interconnection strategies using system impact study reports and grid/hosting capacity insights.

Evaluate interconnection system costs and recommend schedule adjustments aligned with project development timelines.

Review and peer-audit engineering designs and technical data to support application completeness.

Conduct in-depth technical reviews of utility study reports and integrated resource plans (IRPs).

Coordinate applications with internal teams, consultants, utilities, and external stakeholders.

Analyse interconnection results, interpret study reports, and provide actionable technical recommendations.

• Technical Analysis and Strategy Development
• Application Preparation and Coordination

Psychosocial Skills /Human Skills/Behavioural Skills

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (EE) is mandatory

Minimum 4+ years of experience with transmission and distribution planning, managing the interconnection of renewable energy power facilities, with experience in the ERCOT, PJM, NYISO, SouthEast, MISO and CAISO markets.

Utility Documentation and Policy Framework

• Exceptional verbal and writing communication skills with superiors, peers, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to take ideas and run with them from concept to conclusion.
• Demonstrated expertise and understanding of U.S. power markets, with a focus on solar and battery energy storage interconnections.
• Extensive knowledge of storage and solar project development, utilities, interconnection.
• Project Management experience a plus.
• Excellence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to coordinate with other engineers and stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal skills while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Proficient in technical document review and preparation, with a strong grasp of interconnection processes.
• Experience in managing design projects from conception to implementation
• Knowledge of tools and software (PSS/E, PSCAD, ASPEN and PSLF) relevant to technical documentation and analysis is an advantage.
• Technical understanding of clean energy business processes
• Firm understanding of AC/DC fundamentals including understanding of Power systems. Power flow modelling and analysis experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• In-Depth knowledge of Regulated and Deregulated utility’s transmission network of US Market.

The work environment is usually quiet (normal city traffic noises are common), a blend of artificial and natural light, temperate and generally supports a collaborative work environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Spot Recognition bonus for exceptional performance
• Fantastic team environment and collaborative culture
• Long Term Incentive policy
• Professional development opportunities to grow into an industry leader
• Medical Insurance for the employee and family
• Opportunity to join a top-notch, collaborative team of professionals
• Regular team outings, events, and activities to foster a positive work environment