Transmission & Interconnection Engineer

Satoshi Energy • Houston, TX

42d

About The Position

Satoshi Energy is at the forefront of energy innovation, championing the colocation of AI and bitcoin data centers with renewable energy assets. As the first mover in 2018, we have developed nearly 500 MW of data centers in ERCOT, with an additional 5 GWs of data center projects under development. Our team brings deep expertise across electric power markets, project development, and software development, positioning us as trusted experts in this rapidly evolving market. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Transmission & Interconnection Engineer to optimize and own our interconnection processes, transmission planning, and site evaluation capabilities. This role is ideal for an engineer with transmission planning or design experience who thinks commercially and thrives in startup environments. You'll bridge technical rigor with business judgment, conducting shadow studies and land assessments, navigating utility interconnection processes, and identifying opportunities that balance engineering feasibility with market opportunity. Working at the intersection of renewable energy, data centers, and grid infrastructure, you'll be instrumental in scaling our powered land development business from early-stage projects to a robust pipeline. As a foundational technical hire, you'll have significant autonomy to build processes, shape strategy, and grow with the company as we expand our impact on the energy transition.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in transmission planning, power system design, or utility interconnection engineering
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related technical field
• Hands-on experience with transmission planning or design engineering at a utility, ISO, developer, or engineering consultancy
• Demonstrated expertise in interconnection processes, including study management, utility coordination, and navigating ISO/RTO requirements across multiple markets
• Proficiency with technical analysis tools including AutoCAD (DWG files), power system modeling software (PSS/E, PowerWorld, or similar), and GIS platforms
• Experience conducting site assessments including shadow studies, transmission capacity analysis, substation evaluations, and land constraint identification
• Strong understanding of grid infrastructure, transmission system planning, and the technical requirements for interconnecting large electrical loads
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business implications and communicate effectively with non-engineering stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail in managing technical documentation, study timelines, and regulatory submissions
• Commercial mindset with an understanding of how technical decisions impact project economics and development timelines
• Self-starter who thrives in startup environments: comfortable building processes from scratch, wearing multiple hats, and working with ambiguity
• Creative problem solver who can balance engineering rigor with practical, first-principles thinking to find innovative solutions

Nice To Haves

• Obsession with sustainable energy, sound money, and/or emerging AI technology.
• Experience successfully managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of substation designs.
• Knowledge of the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction stages of infrastructure development.
• Battery and/or data center development experience.
• Experience in capacity markets and ancillary services markets.
• Transmission planning experience in ERCOT.

Responsibilities

• Interconnection Process & Transmission Planning: You will optimize and manage our interconnection workflow from initial feasibility through commercial operation - navigating utility processes, load study requests, liaising with distribution and transmission utilities to understand/adhere to/influence requirements, conducting load flow studies, interfacing with ISOs and industry technical/regulatory bodies, and ensuring projects meet applicable technical standards. You will become our internal expert on grid interconnection across multiple ISOs and utility territories.
• Site Assessment & Technical Diligence: You will evaluate potential development sites through transmission capacity analysis, shadow studies, infrastructure assessments, and conceptual designs. You will identify technically viable and commercially attractive opportunities that align with our development strategy.
• Stakeholder Management: You will work closely with internal teams and external consultants to maintain alignment, build trust, and keep projects moving. You will balance internal and external resources to meet evolving needs.
• Process Development & Technical Infrastructure: You will build the frameworks, templates, and best practices that enable our team to scale efficiently, from interconnection application checklists to technical screening criteria. Your systems will ensure consistency, reduce project risk, and accelerate our development timeline.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: You will work closely with our project development, sales, and operations teams to translate technical constraints into business decisions. Your ability to communicate complex transmission concepts to non-technical stakeholders will be essential as you help shape site selection strategy, inform go/no-go decisions, and support commercial negotiations.

Benefits

• Bonus plan
• 401k
• Equity participation
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Phone and Internet stipend
• Home office stipend
• Flexible PTO
• Company gatherings in fun places - the best of being fully remote while still coming together regularly!
• Benefits vary for international applicants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees