Associate Technical Director Interconnection and Planning

We are designing the grid of the future!

EPE is looking to recruit an Associate Technical Director with a background inModelling andInterconnection/Transmission Planning studies. We are ideally looking for a candidate with extensive experience in the MISO and SPP regions but would be open to candidates with strongbackgrounds outside these markets.This role is ideal for a technical leader who thrives on solving hard problems building trustedrelationshipsand driving outsized impact for both our clients and the industry.

Howyou can make an impact:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead mentor and empower a diverse team of engineers fostering a culture of excellenceaccountabilityand innovation.

• Demonstrate extreme ownershipbytaking responsibility for outcomesdecisionsandoverallteam success.

• Enhanceinternal capability by coaching staff on both technical and client-facing skills.

• Enhance delivery frameworksQA/QC processes anddrive cross collaborationtoensure the team scales effectively.

Client & Market Impact

• Serve as a trusted advisor to generationlargeload and merchant transmissiondevelopers helping them navigateMISO and SPPsevolving interconnection landscape.

• Translate complex technical issues into clear and actionable insights that accelerate client decision-makingand support project success.

• Leveragestrong communicationand stakeholder engagement skills to gather necessary input and make informed recommendations evenin situations where there is inherent ambiguity.

• Lead reviews of interconnection studies and identify creative pathways toremove roadblocks and expediteprojects.

Commercial & Strategic Growth

• Partner with senior leadership to shape and execute EPEs growth strategy acrossMISO SPPand beyond.

• Identifyand pursuethe development of new services to address ourclientneeds.

• Leadproposaland RFPdevelopmentefforts.

• Contribute thought leadership through conferences technical papers and industry forums.

• Drive the development of internal toolsand analytics that strengthen EPEsposition in the market.

Bring your passion heres whats needed:

Qualifications

• Minimum8years of experience in the electric energy industry.

• Proven ability to connect the dots between technicaldeliverables clientneedsand theircommercial strategy.

• Exceptional communicator who can influencecreatealignmentand make decisions confidently under uncertainty.

• Strong understanding ofMISO SPPandUtilityinterconnection requirementsand regulatory frameworkforboth generation and load.

• Strongwritten and verbalcommunicationandability to workcollaboratively andeffectively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Beneficial Experience

• Direct experience working at an ISO orUtility in theEastern Interconnector on behalf of these entities as a consultantwould be highly valuable.

• Experience in IBR modelling and/or loadmodelling.

• Workingknowledge ofpower system analysis software(e.g. PSS/ETARAPSCAD PSLF orPowerWorld).
• Experience leveraging AI and automation tools responsibly to improve quality productivity and innovation under experience (bring your passion section.

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)
• Flexible Work including hybrid and remote possibilities base on position

Location: This position will be 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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