VP, Head of Transmission Products

Wood Mackenzie•Houston, TX

About The Position

Wood Mackenzie is the global leader in analytics, insights and proprietary data across the entire energy and natural resources landscape. For over 50 years our work has guided the decisions of the world’s most influential energy producers, utilities companies, financial institutions and governments. Now, with the world’s energy system more complex and interconnected than ever before, sector-specific views are no longer enough. That’s why we’ve redefined what’s possible with Intelligence Connected. By fusing our unparalleled proprietary data with the sharpest analytical minds, all supercharged by Synoptic AI, we deliver a clear, interconnected view of the entire value chain. Our trusted team of 2,700 experts across 30 countries breaks siloes and connects industries, markets and regions across the globe. This empowers our customers to identify risk sooner, spot opportunities faster and recalibrate strategy with confidence – whether planning days, weeks, months or decades ahead. Wood Mackenzie Intelligence Connected WoodMac.com Wood Mackenzie Brand Video Wood Mackenzie Values Inclusive – we succeed together Trusting – we choose to trust each other Customer committed – we put customers at the heart of our decisions Future Focused – we accelerate change Curious – we turn knowledge into action LandGate, a Wood Mackenzie business, is a fast-growing vertical intelligence platform for data centers, energy, and infrastructure. We are seeking an experienced and visionary VP, Head of Transmission Products to lead the development of our transmission products (ATC and Offtake), as well as to provide technical leadership supporting the new logo and client success teams in their sales efforts. The ideal candidate brings extensive executive leadership experience from the data center, infrastructure, or renewable energy industries, with a proven track record of transmission work in the US.

Requirements

Knowledge of utility system operation, and interconnection process
Software knowledge - PSSe, PSLF,Powerworld, TARA, UPLAN, Promod, Gridview, Terra
Detailed knowledge of power load flow modeling and results
Working knowledge of high voltage equipment
Ability to provide concise feedback on technical subjects to non- technical personnel
Familiarity with SCADA equipment & communications
Ability to develop scopes of work for outside consultants and contractors
Minimum of 5 years of high voltage electrical system experience, preferably with a utility, system operator or independent power producer
Minimum of 2 years experience with managing the transmission interconnection process for power plants (wind, solar, or thermal)
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar engineering background) with an emphasis on Power Systems preferred
Professional with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
Self-motivated, driven, and results- oriented
Collaborative: Works and plays well with others
Comfortable in, and excited about, working in a dynamic organization
Strong organizational skills enabling candidate to manage many projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (Electrical) license preferred

Responsibilities

Supervision and architecture of transmission product development
Manage the product division that has a transmission team led by a Director, an Energy & Infrastructure team, a Data Center team, and a team of 18 offshore contractors
Collaborate with client success team, sales team, and development team to set priorities for product development
Lead the continued development of Fusion AI, translating complex power flow, interconnection, and transmission planning workflows into scalable, intuitive product capabilities.
Integrate Fusion AI with LandGate’s proprietary and rapidly changing datasets including generator and large load interconnection requests, transmission infrastructure, project development pipelines, and market data to keep analyses current and deliver differentiated grid insights.
Develop and validate Fusion AI workflows for renewable, storage, data center, and large load developers, as well as transmission planners, utilities, engineering firms, and infrastructure investors.
Provide technical expertise on injection and offtake capacity, helping current or future customers navigate interconnection processes and grid integration challenges.
Work closely with internal teams—including product, engineering, and client success - to refine SaaS tools that enhance interconnection analysis and reporting.
Create technical content for white papers, blogs, and other sales and marketing materials that communicate LandGate's core value proposition with insights on interconnection challenges and solutions.
Analyze and interpret interconnection tariffs, queue data, and utility system conditions to advise customers on optimal project siting and feasibility.
Develop and deliver technical materials, training, and presentations to customers, equipping them with insights on interconnection constraints and opportunities.
Conduct and review power flow studies, interconnection feasibility assessments, and system impact reports to support customer decision-making.
Quality control of transmission reports, reported capacities, and grid infrastructure data
Support internal and external sales efforts with technical expertise related to grid infrastructure and injection/offtake capacity studies
Mentor junior employees and share expertise across business units
Participate in sales and support calls as needed
Play a key role in company strategy
Lead product strategies