Power Systems & Interconnection Specialist in Columbia in , United States
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We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.
Job DescriptionJob Description
The Nuclear Company is the fastest growing startup in the nuclear and energy space creating a never before seen fleet-scale approach to building nuclear reactors. Through its design-once, build-many approach and coalition building across communities, regulators, and financial stakeholders, The Nuclear Company is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity at the lowest cost, while catalyzing the nuclear industry toward rapid development in America and globally.
About the role
Lead and execute complex power system studies and manage interconnection processes for nuclear projects. Act as the technical authority across multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliable grid integration and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
Develop and deliver load flow, short-circuit, transient and small-signal stability, electromagnetic transient, reliability, and system impact assessments.
Ensure planning and performance studies comply with industry standards and good engineering practices.
Deliver detailed and practical modeling outputs and comprehensive technical reports.
Manage end-to-end interconnection for large generator projects, coordinating with internal teams, clients, utilities, and subcontractors.
Lead electrical design development, including modeling packages and technical drawings.
Oversee interconnection applications—ensuring timely, accurate documentation and compliance with ISO/RTO and utility standards.
Serve as technical lead and escalation point for interconnection challenges.
Maintain up-to-date awareness of interconnection regulations, procedures, and standards across ISO/RTOs and major utilities.
Perform QA/QC on deliverables from internal and third-party teams.
Collaborate closely with development teams to refine and optimize process flows.
Drive internal process improvements to enhance consistency, efficiency, and data accuracy.
Experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering (focus on power systems ).
5+ years of experience in power system planning, interconnection, or generator integration—energy (renewable/nuclear) or utility contexts.
Proficiency with industry-standard tools: PSS/E, PSLF, ETAP, PSCAD, PowerWorld, Aspen One-Liner, TARA, etc.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities for complex modeling studies.
Excellent communication skills to convey technical information to internal and external stakeholders.
Experience conducting QA/QC on technical deliverables and interconnection studies.
Knowledge of ISO/RTO, NERC, FERC protocols, and regional interconnection processes. Specific experience with ERCOT, MISO, PJM, and SPP is valued.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent understanding of power market fundamentals.
Benefits
Competitive compensation packages
401k with company match
Medical, dental, vision plans
Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
Estimated Starting Salary Range
The estimated starting salary range for this role is $150,000 - $173,000 annually less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. The actual salary offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined in the Company's discretion, which may include experience, qualifications, tenure, skill set, availability of qualified candidates, geographic location, certifications held, and other criteria deemed pertinent to the particular role.
EEO Statement
The Nuclear Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an environment of in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to , , , , , , , , , veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, and termination.
Export Control
Certain positions at The Nuclear Company may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in The Nuclear Company limiting its consideration of certain applicants.
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