Associate Director WECC Interconnection

We are designing the grid of the future!

Electric Power Engineers is seeking an Associate Technical Director of Interconnection Services with a strong background in generation and load interconnection and transmission planning studies primarily focused on the Western Interconnected system (WECC). In this role you will work closely with senior leadership to support our growth strategy and provide subject matter expertise both internally through coaching and developing staff as well as externally to our clients. This role is ideal for a technical expert who thrives on solving hard problems building trusted relationships and enjoys mentoring others

Howyou can make an impact:

• Lead and perform complexload and generation interconnection studiesin accordance with ISO and utility methodologies.
• Oversee and executemodel benchmarkingfor generation and load projects ensuring compliance with existing and emerging requirements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on interconnection studies staying current with regulatory changes and industry trends.
• Strengthen delivery frameworks QA/QC processes and technical standards to ensure high-quality efficient project execution.
• Mentor and develop a small team of engineers by coaching both technical depth and client-facing excellence and fostering a culture of ownership accountability and innovation.
• Represent the firm in industry forums conferences and technical publications.

Client & Market Leadership

• Act as a trusted advisor to generation large load and merchant transmission developers navigating the evolving interconnection landscape in the Western Electricity Coordinating Council (WECC)).
• Lead technical reviews of interconnection studiesreplicating results identifying risks and developing creative strategies to reduce upgrade costs and accelerate timelines.
• Translate complex technical findings into clear actionable recommendations that drive informed commercial decisions.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to develop new tools services and go-to-market strategies.
• Support RFP responses and scope development with strong technical and commercial alignment.

Bring your passion heres whats needed:

• 8 years of experience in the electric energy industry.
• Direct experience with CAISO and the WECC Interconnected System a utility within their footprint or consulting on their behalf.
• Hands-on experience in multiple study types such as:
• Injection and Deliverability studies
• PSLF/PSCAD benchmarking
• Transitional Cluster studies in WECC
• Load interconnection studies replicating ISO/utility practices
• Experience in IBR modeling load modeling generation/load interconnection studies transmission planning and/or EMT studies.
• Strong command of ISO and utility interconnection standards in WECC. .
• Proficiency in several of the following:PSLF PSSE TARA PSCAD and ASPEN .
• Ability to connect technical rigor with commercial strategy.
• Exceptional communication skills and confidence in making decisions under uncertainty.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional teams.

Beneficial Experience

• Experience with EMT (ideally PSCAD) modeling/studies
• Experience performing interconnection or transmission planning studies outside the Northeast
• Automation experience (Python C# SQL)

Lead the Change!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced energy intelligence. For more than half a century Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with power and energy clients across the globe providing consulting expertise and energy intelligence software solutions for complex engineering and grid modeling challenges. As leaders in the renewables space we are focused on building a modern secure and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical dental and vision with 100% premium coverage foryou
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

Location: This position will be open to remote US or Canada

Travel: Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links:EEOC is the Law Poster

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