Director of Transmission & Interconnection (ERCOT)

Job Description

GridStor is seeking a Director of Transmission & Interconnection, with a strong focus on Large Electronic Loads (data centers, AI infrastructure, hyperscale facilities, and other high-density industrial loads). The Director will perform as the transmission and interconnection interface for M&A, Development, EPC, Project Finance, Asset Management, and Commercial. This role will enable the commercial success of the projects through integration of interconnection strategy with project acquisition decisions, commercial structuring, financial modeling assumptions and EPC contracting and execution strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide interconnection expertise throughout acquisition, development and construction phases of the GridStor's ERCOT projects.
• Track interconnection and transmission regulatory compliance trends and changes and working with GridStor's head of policy to inform and represent GridStor priorities.
• Represent GridStor's priorities on ERCOT interconnection rulemaking processes, working groups, planning guide revisions, and protocols, for storage, Controllable Load Resources (CLRs), and Large Electronic Loads.
• Drive technical strategy for Front-of-the-Meter (FTM), Behind-the-Meter (BTM) storage, and large load interconnection efforts in alignment with commercial objectives.
• Lead technical strategy for storage paired with large loads under various operating paradigms (non-export, limited export, hybrid, CLR-enabled structures).
• Partner with commercial business development functions to bring technical solutions to customers.
• Oversee power system model planning and execution, including PSS??E, PowerWorld, PSCAD, and ASPEN.
• Provide transmission and interconnection diligence for acquisition opportunities.
• Develop and implement transmission and interconnection risk mitigation plans throughout the project development lifecycle.
• Lead engagement with ERCOT, TSPs, consultants, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Manage external technical consultants and study providers.
• Ensure GridStor maintains a strong technical reputation within ERCOT stakeholder processes.
• Prepare executive-level materials for senior leadership review.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related engineering discipline (Master's degree preferred).
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in transmission planning, interconnection, or power systems engineering at a utility, ISO/RTO, consulting firm, data center, or independent power producer.
• Direct experience advancing projects through the ERCOT interconnection process.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects from early-stage development through commercial operation.
• 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.
• Experience working across Development, EPC, M&A, and Project Finance teams.
• Strong knowledge of ERCOT transmission planning frameworks.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in power system modeling tools (PSS??E, PowerWorld, PSCAD, ASPEN) and production cost models (UPLAN, PLEXOS).
• Location & Availability: Preference to be based in Portland, OR on a hybrid schedule, will consider other locations/remote.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail. Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and seeing delegated projects through to completion.
• Adaptability: Ability to be agile and flexible, readily taking on tasks outside the typical scope of the role as needed.
• Confidentiality: Proven ability to handle highly confidential information with utmost discretion.
• Integrity & Judgment: Strong track record of excellent judgment and integrity in previous roles.
• Communication Skills: Excellent executive communication skills and demonstrated cross-functional leadership capability.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills; ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Orientation: Collaborative, low-ego approach; ability to build trust and influence across a cross-functional organization.

Compensation and Benefits

• GridStor offers an attractive Total Rewards package, including:
  • Competitive base salaries commensurate with experience with an annual cash bonus (based on Company and individual performance)
  • Generous paid leave
  • Employee participation in Long Term Incentive Plan
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, including coverage for domestic partners and eligible domestic partner children
  • 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.

Company Operating Principles

GridStor's Operating Principles represent who we are, how we work, and what we believe.

We Collaborate. We believe trust is given, not earned. We honor each other's zone of genius and seek to challenge ideas, not each other. We listen to each other's points of view and work hard to find the better solution. We are one team.

We Are Humble. We like hard work, but don't make work hard. We know we have a lot to learn and never grandstand or take up all the space in the room. We are kind. We are welcoming. We are inspired by our mission to decarbonize the grid.

We Create the Future. We are curious. We go deep, search for the best idea, and then move fast. We always focus on the few things that matter most. We know there will be setbacks, so we show up every day ready to learn and be better, together.

We Show Up for Each Other. We keep each other fully informed. We seek to understand. We coach, we don't blame. We share our points of view and seek to make each other better every day. We believe everyone creates culture in every moment, every day.

We Do Hard Things. We view challenges as opportunities. We are resilient. We are all owners, and we act like it. We understand change requires taking risks and we push ourselves and our partners. We do what is right as opposed to what might be best for any one of us.