GridAstra is pioneering a new category of innovative Grid Software solutions. Our software platform accelerates the interconnection and sustained operation of new large loads (i.e. AI Data Centers), generation, and storage by de-congesting the power grid in an intelligent manner — reliably and cost-effectively. We are looking for a passionate and experienced individual who is ready to partner with us in our mission to build such innovative Grid Software platform ground up. If you are one of them, we would like to hear from you!

Role Summary:

Responsible for performing generation and load interconnection studies along with transmission planning studies across multiple ISOs/RTOs and/or Utilities. In this role you will work closely with our internal team to provide subject matter expertise across a wide number of interconnection and transmission planning related Customer projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stay up to date with the latest study methodologies, processes, and best practices followed by ISOs/RTOs and/or Utilities for performing interconnection and transmission planning studies.
• Perform generation interconnection, load interconnection, and transmission planning studies (primarily focusing on the steady state analysis such as Powerflow, Contingency Analysis, etc.) across multiple ISOs/RTOs and/or Utilities along with preparation of detailed technical study reports.
• Work closely with the GridAstra team to provide subject matter expertise across a wide number of Customer projects involving generation interconnection, load interconnection, and transmission planning studies.
• Provide technical insight into GridAstra’s software w.r.t. interconnection and transmission planning and provide innovative solutions to challenging technical problems.
• Provide technical insight to Customers throughout the development, interconnection, and operation phases of new generation and/or large load projects.
• Interact with Customers to seek their input and address their needs and concerns regarding the project(s) under study.
• Take responsibility for the timely completion of assigned projects while meeting all project quality and budget objectives.

Educational Qualification Requirements:

• Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering with focus on Power Systems Engineering.

Technical Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience in the electric transmission industry performing generator modelling, interconnection and transmission planning studies.
• In-depth knowledge of the different study methodologies and best practices followed by ISOs/RTOs and/or Utilities for performing interconnection and transmission planning studies.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering generator interconnection, load interconnection or transmission planning projects across multiple ISOs/RTOs and/or Utilities.
• Strong background in Steady State Power System Analysis (e.g.- Powerflow, Contingency Analysis, etc.). Having good knowledge of Short Circuit Analysis and Stability Analysis would be looked upon favorably.
• In-depth working knowledge of at least one but preferably several conventional planning software packages such as PSSE, TARA, PSLF, PowerWorld, etc.
• Working experience in study automation processes (e.g.- using Python scripts, etc.).
• Fast learner willing to learn the complete GridAstra portfolio and offerings.

Desired Skillsets:

• Self-Starter with the desire to learn and ability to quickly adopt new product solutions, methodologies, etc.
• Competency in analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with fluency in verbal and written English.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including creativity and curiosity with ability to effectively communicate and influence across all organizational levels.
• Strong personal integrity and professional standards.