Evaluate tariffs and proposed changes for impact to pre-application market/site selection and interconnection strategy.
Support evaluation of power transmission infrastructure requirements and risks, including for co-located energy sites.
Manage generator and load interconnection requests and queue advancement across PJM, MISO, and NYISO.
Coordinate with transmission providers, ISO staff, and internal engineering teams to resolve study issues and advance projects.
Lead GIA negotiations
Lead interconnection due diligence for acquisition opportunities, including management of consultants for technical scopes of work assessing key interconnection risks.
Partner with internal teams assessing deliverability risk, upgrade costs, and queue timing implications for multiple market regions.
Directly represent CCR and advance CCR commercial priorities in ISO/RTO stakeholder meetings related to generation and large load interconnection processes.
Maintain constructive relationships with ISO staff, transmission providers, utilities, consultants, and peers.

BS in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline from an accredited university required.
Strong technical understanding of power system analysis concepts (power flow, contingency, stability), study interpretation, and interconnection risk assessment.
Familiarity with grid modeling tools (PSS/E, PowerWorld, TARA, or equivalent) and geospatial analysis tools (ArcGIS, Nira, Pearl Street) preferred.
Proven experience managing generator and load interconnection processes.
Ability to navigate complex queue timelines and communicate effectively with transmission providers and internal teams.
Demonstrated experience coordinating technical work across internal and external stakeholders.
Analytical skills sufficient to produce concise, technically sound reports and presentations.
Strong organizational and communication skills, with an ability to clearly articulate technical insights to diverse audiences.
Embrace and live by the mission and values of Cypress Creek Renewables.
6+ years of applicable professional experience

Associate Director – Grid Integration

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