At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead grid integration for innovative data center and power projects across the Eastern Interconnection.
- Company: Join SB Energy, a dynamic infrastructure company backed by SoftBank Group and Ares Infrastructure.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, flexible work arrangements, and generous paid time off.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to sustainability and social justice.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy transition while working with cutting-edge technology and talented professionals.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 3-7 years in power systems or renewable energy development.
The predicted salary is between 140000 - 165000 $ per year.
Do you want to work with high-caliber professionals in a dynamic and growing company? Are you entrepreneurial, hard-working, and collegial? Join us at SB Energy, a leading infrastructure company backed by SoftBank Group and Ares Infrastructure, pairing cutting-edge innovation with best-in-class execution. Our mission is to deliver reliable and secure data center and power infrastructure to strengthen America’s future.
The Manager, Grid Integration will support the interconnection, transmission, and commissioning activities for large-load (data center) projects and utility-scale generation across the Eastern Interconnection primarily in PJM & MISO. Working closely with senior members of the Grid Integration team, this individual will coordinate project interconnection activities from early-stage development through commercial operation. The ideal candidate combines strong technical fundamentals with excellent project management and communication skills and is eager to grow into a subject matter expert in PJM & MISO interconnection and transmission.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support large-load interconnection and generator interconnection activities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate preparation and submission of PJM & MISO interconnection requests, and related documentation.
- Assist in reviewing interconnection applications, study agreements, and interconnection agreements.
- Coordinate with PJM & MISO, transmission providers, utilities, consultants, and internal project teams.
- Track project milestones to help maintain development schedules.
- Support and conduct power flow analysis and congestion analysis for prospective project sites.
- Evaluate available transmission capacity, network upgrade costs, and project deliverability.
- Analyze competing queue positions and transmission expansion plans.
- Monitor PJM & MISO market rule changes and assess project impacts.
- Support project commissioning activities, including backfeed, synchronization, and Commercial Operation Date (COD).
- Coordinate with EPC contractors, QSEs, engineering, SCADA, and operations teams during construction and commissioning.
- Assist with project design modifications requiring PJM & MISO approval, including equipment substitutions and engineering updates.
- Support projects in meeting PJM & MISO Criteria such as LVRT/HVRT/Load Smoothing & any other requirements for the large load or/and generation projects.
- Help optimize project schedules and commissioning activities.
- Work closely with Development, Engineering, Construction, Finance, Strategy, Operations, and Asset Management teams.
- Participate in utility, PJM & MISO, and stakeholder meetings.
- Support due diligence activities for project financing and acquisitions.
- Maintain documentation and regulatory compliance throughout project execution.
Job Qualification /Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- 3–7 years of experience in power systems, transmission planning, grid integration, utility engineering, or renewable energy development.
- Working knowledge of PJM & MISO generator and/or large-load interconnection processes.
- Understanding of transmission planning concepts and power system fundamentals.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with PJM & MISO protocols and market operations.
- Familiarity with FERC interconnection processes.
- Experience with power system software such as PSS®E, PSLF, TARA, or PowerWorld.
- Exposure to Python, SQL, or data analytics tools.
- Experience supporting utility-scale renewable energy, battery storage, or data center projects.
The position requires up to 20% domestic travel.
SB Energy is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. SB Energy strives to create an inclusive culture and safe environment for all.
Manager, Grid Integration – Data Centers & Power Projects employer: SB Energy
At SB Energy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through comprehensive health benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities for professional development in the dynamic San Francisco Bay Area. Join us in shaping the future of energy and infrastructure while working alongside high-caliber professionals dedicated to making a meaningful impact.
