Director of Transmission & Interconnection

Oklo•Santa Clara, CA

1d•$225,000 - $275,000•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Transmission & Interconnection owns Oklo's grid interconnection strategy across all development sites. Interconnection queue positions and transmission study outcomes have direct bearing on project viability, cost, and timeline. You will manage a team of Senior Interconnection Specialists and Analysts and serve as the primary interface with RTOs, ISOs, and utilities on behalf of the Development organization. You report to the VP of Origination & Energy Strategy and partner closely with the Director of Project Development on schedule integration.

Requirements

10+ years in power generation interconnection, transmission planning, or utility regulatory affairs
Hands-on experience managing FERC/RTO interconnection processes (MISO, PJM, WECC, SPP, NYISO, or CAISO preferred)
Deep familiarity with transmission studies, queue management, and GIA negotiation
Nuclear, baseload, or co-located generation interconnection experience is a strong differentiator
Advocacy work on interconnection processes and experience working with Commission staff and leadership
Large Load interconnection process is highly desired
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, power systems, or related field strongly preferred
Passionate about clean energy
Passionate about making advanced fission a reality
Willing and able to learn quickly
Eager to work on a dynamic team, receive constructive feedback, and grow with us
Willing to think differently and do things in new ways
Comfortable in a fast-paced, highly iterative startup environment
Excited to think creatively, critically, and reflectively about the problems they are solving, while not leaning only on what has been done before
Willing to propose novel and creative solutions to technical problems
An excellent writer who can write in modern active voice, so make your cover letter compelling and write it well!
Able to communicate technical content and results verbally
A startup person: You aren't driven by titles or hierarchy, and prefer efficiency to excess process. You don't need or expect to have a lot of guidance but you enjoy working in a fast-paced team. If you prefer the culture and feel of a large organization, that is great, but you likely won’t enjoy working with us! There is plenty of important work and plenty of good opportunities with organizations like that.
Motivated: You are self-motivated. You bring an enthusiasm to the team, and imbue a sense of passion that goes beyond clocking in and clocking out. This isn’t about a fake or arbitrary “pieces of flair” mentality or lack of work-life balance! It is about being a part of the vision and feeling a part of reaching team goals.
A team-player: Oklo genuinely is a team. We aren’t about taking credit for ourselves, and we aren’t about pushing blame to others. We do incredible things because we work as a team.
An excellent communicator: We need a person who is not only technically competent but also a clear and upbeat communicator.
Creative: Being creative means that when things fall outside clear scopes or processes or problems arise without clear solutions, you are able to identify it as well as invent ways to solve a problem or fill a need without micromanagement. The successful person in this job will not only be creative, but also enjoy being creative and solving open-ended problems which may change day-by-day.
Detail-oriented: This focus is a big part of excellence, consistency, and quality. Excellent grammar and spelling matter for both good communication as well as the image of the company that we put forward.

Nice To Haves

Nuclear, baseload, or co-located generation interconnection experience
Advocacy work on interconnection processes and experience working with Commission staff and leadership
Large Load interconnection process

Responsibilities

Develop and execute interconnection strategy for Oklo's project pipeline, including queue entry timing, study management, and GIA negotiation
Manage all FERC, RTO/ISO, and utility interconnection processes across multiple active projects simultaneously
Lead transmission feasibility and impact studies, including coordination with third-party consultants
Negotiate Generator Interconnection Agreements (GIAs) and related transmission/distribution agreements
Monitor and respond to FERC Order 2023 and evolving interconnection rule changes affecting Oklo's portfolio
Partner with Director of Project Development to align interconnection timelines with overall project schedules
Over time, build and manage a team of interconnection professionals
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