Interconnection Engineer (CAISO)

AES US

Job Location:

Long Beach, NY - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 94000 - 112625

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you ready to be part of a companythatsnot just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation the largest US-based global power company witha teamof 8300employees across 12 countries.

AES has beenranked #1 byBloombergNEFin renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years providing electricityformillions of peopleworldwide.

We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work rankings across the markets where weoperate. AES was also named one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026 highlighting our dedication to integrity transparency and responsible business practices.

Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institutes Edison Awards in the twenty-first century a distinction honoringglobal leadership in advancing the electric power industry.

Ifyoureready to be part of a companythatsnot just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for just building a more sustainable futurewerepowering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader inglobalenergy.

POSITION:InterconnectionEngineer (CAISO) (full timeexempt)

DEPARTMENT:Interconnection Grid& Growth

REPORTS TO:Manager Interconnection (CAISO)

LOCATION:RemoteSan Francisco CA Long Beach CA Salt Lake City UT Louisville CO

The Grid& Growthgroup is responsible forsupportingsiting and interconnecting the AESRenewables & Powerportfolio to transmission systems across the United States. The group consists of:Growth StrategyteamInterconnectionteam andtheTransmission Strategy team.

The primary responsibilities of this roleare:strategic analysis of the interconnection procedures queue and transmission systemin a givenRTO/ISO to formulate and steer greenfield projectsiting and to then prepare and manage interconnection requests through to an Interconnection Agreement with the most favorable terms possible. The InterconnectionProjectEngineer supports theCAISOInterconnection (IC)Regional Lead on progressing projects through the interconnectionprocess andworking cross functionally with the broader DevelopmentTeam to optimize the position throughout the development lifecycle.

The preferred candidate has experiencein:the preparation and review oftransmission levelinterconnection requests;reviewofpowerflow (PSS/E and/or PSLF)models;and participating in the management oftransmission levelsolar battery storageand wind projects through the generator interconnection processes including negotiation and execution of Generator Interconnection Agreements. Additional responsibilities include monitoring the progress of required system upgrades and identifying creative mitigation solutions when needed within the applicable open access transmission tariff.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The Interconnection Project Engineer will support all interconnection activities through the full life cycle of development and construction of projects. The position will support theCAISOIXRegional Lead and other internal stakeholders leading to the successful execution of both new and acquired projects across the United States. Some travel required (15%).

Support greenfield development: review transmission system analysis identify interconnection agencies and proceduressupport preparation and filing of interconnection requestsincluding supporting internal and external parties on preparation of technical materials provide viability feedback to theCAISOIXRegional Lead and other internal stakeholders to support any financial and project approvals needed.

Interconnection study process: support the review and analysis of utility study reports; tracking and reporting results throughout process; support negotiation and execution of interconnection agreements and engineering and procurement agreements

Implementation of portfolio projects: assist internal groups to complete deliverables required by transmission owners to construct interconnection facilities including integrating schedules of Transmission Owner into project construction schedule.

Supportdue diligence efforts andflag potential issuesforreview bytheCAISOIXLead.

PreferredSkills and Expertise:

Familiarity withreviewing andpreferablyrunningpower flowmodels

Knowledge of SystemImpactStudies(SIS) and other interconnection studiesoftransmission levelrenewable energy generating facilitieswith: CAISO PG&E SCE SDG&E SMUD;

Secondarymarkets toinclude:PAC APS SRP TEP PNM Tri-state Xcel WAPA

Understanding ofelectrical diagrams preliminary site plans and preparation of interconnection request packages for submittal.

Awarenessoftransmission systems and transmission expansion plans in US.

Knowledge ofOpen Access Transmission Tariffs and Generator Interconnection Procedures.

Understanding onreports published by Transmission Owners and Independent System operator.

Understanding ofInterconnectionandTransmissionAgreements and Contracts.

Minimum Qualifications:

BS in Electrical Engineeringwith emphasis in Power Systemsor related field.

2-5yearswork history in renewable or traditional energy development utility generation development or transmission planning. Previous employment or experience working at an Electric Utility or consultants providing services withinthelistedfootprints is strongly preferred.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $94000 and $112625/year; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical dental and vision coverage life insurance 401(k) eligibility and paid time off (including vacation sick leave time and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

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