Senior Engineer – Grid Code and Interconnection
Adobe
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Houston • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Perform technical analyses related to renewable energy integration, grid code compliance, interconnection requirements, and advanced power system modeling
- Collaborate closely with global R&D teams and engage with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and regulatory bodies to support grid compliance and interconnection strategies for Vestas power plants
- Perform PSCAD, PSS/E, and PowerFactory modeling for system impact studies, dynamic simulations, EMT analyses, and grid compliance assessments
- Conduct interconnection studies aligned with requirements from ERCOT, PJM, MISO, CAISO, WECC, and other grid operators
- Support grid code compliance evaluations, including voltage/frequency performance, ride-through capabilities, and IBR behavior assessments
- Develop technical documentation, modeling reports, and compliance packages for regulatory submissions
- Collaborate with cross-functional and global teams to integrate new technologies and provide engineering support for wind, solar, and BESS projects
- Participate in technical meetings with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and project stakeholders
- Provide mentorship to junior engineers on grid codes, modeling practices, and power systems fundamentals
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in power systems engineering, renewable energy integration, utility interconnection, or grid compliance
- A comprehensive understanding of inverter-based resources (IBRs) and renewable plant modeling
- Experience with NERC, IEEE, and ISO/RTO grid codes
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to internal teams and external grid operators
- Effective presentation skills and ability to work with diverse audiences
Benefits
- Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
- Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
- Generous Paid Time Off policies
- Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
- Tuition assistance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
technical analysispower system modelingPSCADPSS/EPowerFactoryinterconnection studiesgrid compliance evaluationsmodeling reportscompliance packagesrenewable energy integration
Soft Skills
communicationpresentation skillsmentorshipcollaborationtechnical documentation
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s degree in Electrical EngineeringNERC certificationIEEE certification