Senior Consultant, Load Interconnection (MISO/PJM)

Crusoe

8d•Remote

About The Position

This role is a full-time, 3-6+ month consultant contract focused on the critical task of integrating our large-scale compute loads into the North American power grid. As a Senior Consultant, Load Interconnection, you will play a critical role in expanding our energy infrastructure and integrating our large-load facilities into the electric grid. You will be a key individual contributor, focusing on the complex challenges of connecting and optimizing our operations within the MISO and PJM RTOs. This position requires deep technical expertise in power systems and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will navigate the regulatory and technical hurdles of load deliverability to ensure our data centers have the high-capacity, reliable power required for AI and high-performance computing.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Power Systems with 3+ years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience in power systems.
Deep experience in grid planning, system modeling, and grid code compliance studies.
Strong working knowledge of MISO/PJM transmission topology and load interconnection methodologies.
Ability to think outside the box to identify POIs that offer the best path to interconnection for large-scale loads.
Excellent technical report writing and verbal communication skills.
This position is designated a safety-sensitive position and/or is located in a safety-sensitive facility. Drug and alcohol program participation is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with other ISO/RTO markets (e.g., CAISO, ERCOT, WECC, SERC).
Proficiency with power system simulation tools: PowerWorld Simulator, ETAP, TSAT, or ASPEN OneLiner.
Working knowledge of scripting languages such as R or Python for data analysis and automation.

Responsibilities

Perform and support comprehensive grid integration studies for large-load facilities within MISO and PJM.
Manage transmission injection processes and perform load deliverability studies to ensure grid stability and capacity.
Strategize Points of Interconnection (POIs) based on evolving business needs and changing regulatory requirements.
Contribute to the technical development of the team, sharing expertise and best practices in grid integration and ISO/RTO navigation.
Work with internal teams to draft technical specifications and support Business Development on the technical aspects of project proposals.
Identify POIs that best suit our business development needs while staying ahead of grid code compliance and transmission topology changes.