Director of Transmission & Interconnection (ERCOT)
GridStorPortland, Oregon, United States • United States
Posted March 27, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
GridStor is a leader in clean energy solutions, specializing in battery storage to support America's power grid. The company develops safe, responsible facilities that integrate with existing infrastructure, focusing on renewable resources like wind and solar power. GridStor offers comprehensive services including project financing, EPC, and M&A, aiming to positively impact local communities and the environment.
Job Description
GridStor is seeking a Director of Transmission & Interconnection to lead the commercial success of projects through integration of interconnection strategy with project acquisition decisions, commercial structuring, financial modeling assumptions and EPC contracting and execution strategy.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline (Master's degree preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive experience in transmission planning, interconnection, or power systems engineering
- Direct experience advancing projects through the ERCOT interconnection process
- Familiarity with ERCOT Large Load Working Group (LLWG) discussions and evolving regulatory frameworks for large electronic loads and CLR participation
- Experience supporting commercial negotiations with technical diligence
- Strong knowledge of ERCOT transmission planning frameworks
- Proficiency in power system modeling tools (PSS®E, PowerWorld, PSCAD, ASPEN) and production cost models (UPLAN, PLEXOS)
Benefits
- Competitive base salaries commensurate with experience with an annual cash bonus
- Generous paid leave
- Employee participation in Long Term Incentive Plan
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- HSA/FSA for participating employees
- 401(k) plan with company match and immediate vesting
- Continuing education and professional development
- Cellphone reimbursement, hybrid work environment, healthy snacks, volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more
