Interconnection Specialist, Advisor (ERCOT)
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
What You Can Expect
At ENGIE we are accelerating the energy transition by developing utility-scale renewable energy projects that reshape how power reaches communities. We need driven professionals who thrive on execution and want their work to have lasting impact.
As our Interconnection Specialist Advisor you will own and drive the interconnection lifecycle for a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects within ERCOT from early-stage development through key study milestones and toward successful advancement.
In this role you sit at the center of execution managing timelines navigating utility and ISO requirements and ensuring projects move forward despite constraints. You will work directly with ERCOT utilities and internal stakeholders to resolve issues challenge delays when needed and keep projects progressing in a fast-paced high-impact environment.
This role is not confined to analysis it is about execution influence and accountability for outcomes.
What You Will Deliver
- End-to-End Interconnection Ownership: Manage ERCOT interconnection projects through all study phases ensuring milestones submissions deposits and deadlines are met
- Schedule & Risk Management: Track and protect critical-path timelines; identify risks early and actively drive mitigation strategies
- ERCOT & Utility Interface: Serve as the primary point of contact with ERCOT and utilities clarifying requirements and resolving issues that impact project progression
- Study Interpretation & Action: Translate ERCOT study results into actionable insights guiding project decisions and next steps
- Stakeholder Coordination: Partner across development engineering and commercial teams to align execution and maintain project momentum
- Execution Under Pressure: Manage multiple active projects with high visibility ensuring no loss of position due to missed deadlines or slow response
- Issue Resolution & Escalation: Challenge assumptions push back when needed and escalate effectively to keep projects moving forward
What Youll Bring
- Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field with 10 years of experience of interconnection including direct ERCOT experience
- Proven experience managing interconnection processes end-to-end including timelines submissions and study phases
- Strong understanding of ERCOT interconnection processes milestones and deadlines
- Ability to interpret interconnection study results and translate them into business actions
- Demonstrated ability to challenge utility or ISO assumptions professionally and drive outcomes
- Strong execution mindset with the ability of working in high-complexity multi-project environments with strong timeline accountability
- Strong collaboration and communication skills across internal and external stakeholders
- Self-directed execution style with the ability to solve problems independently and escalate when needed
Additional Details
- This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy and is not eligible for remote work
- Must be available to travel domestically up to 30% of the time in state and with the need for some overnight trips
- Must possess a valid U.S. drivers license/clean driving record; for the ability to drive to meetings trainings and conferences
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
Compensation
Salary Range: $135000 $206885 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
ENGIE complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography experience education internal pay alignment or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical dental vision life insurance employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance ESPP generous paid time off including wellness days holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But thats not all were dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
Why ENGIE
ENGIE North America isnt just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition were leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable efficient and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
Join us and be part of the adventure!
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected status.
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About Company
We are ENGIE, a supplier of energy for homes and businesses, both in the UK and abroad. Our name might be new to you, but we've been around for quite a while. And in that time, we've achieved some pretty big things here in the UK