Associate Director, Grid Integration
About The Position
Cypress Creek Renewables is powering a sustainable future, one project at a time. We develop, finance, own and operate utility-scale and distributed solar and storage projects across the country. Fostering a diverse group of innovative thinkers from all backgrounds, Cypress people are drawn to work in a purpose-driven organization. We hope you will join us. CCR is seeking an Associate Director of Grid Integration to develop and execute generation and large load interconnection strategies in MISO, NYISO, and PJM. This position focuses on managing generator and load interconnection pre-application diligence, submitting interconnection requests, advancing queue positions, interpreting study results, and negotiating interconnection agreements. The role reports to the VP of Grid Integration and works closely with development, engineering, and commercial teams.
Requirements
- 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.
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with grid modeling tools (PSS/E, PowerWorld, TARA, or equivalent) and geospatial analysis tools (ArcGIS, Nira, Pearl Street) preferred.
Responsibilities
- 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.
Benefits
- 15 days of Paid Time Off, accrual up to 20 days, 11 observed holidays.
- 401(k) Match
- Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision and health insurance
- Wellness stipend, family planning stipend, and generous parental leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Phone Bill Reimbursement
- Company Swag
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
