Technical Associate Director – NERC and Large Load Technical Services
Job Description
Team: IT
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Technical Associate Director – NERC and Large Load Technical Services in United States.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an experienced power systems professional passionate about shaping the future of grid reliability and large load integration. In this role, you will lead the development of specialized technical services focused on NERC compliance, large load interconnection, and grid stability for data centers and transmission stakeholders. You will work at the forefront of evolving regulatory standards, helping clients navigate complex energy and reliability requirements while contributing to the modernization of the power grid. The position combines technical expertise, team leadership, client engagement, and business development in a collaborative and innovation-driven environment. You will partner with multidisciplinary engineering, regulatory, and commercial teams to deliver scalable solutions that address emerging grid challenges. This role offers the chance to influence industry best practices, contribute to thought leadership, and support the growth of advanced energy infrastructure across North America.
Accountabilities:
- Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of power systems engineers focused on NERC compliance, large load integration, and power system stability analysis.
- Develop and expand technical service offerings related to large load interconnection, NERC regulatory compliance, and grid reliability initiatives.
- Serve as a subject matter expert on evolving NERC standards, FERC directives, and ISO/RTO requirements impacting large load and data center operations.
- Lead technical studies and client engagements involving transient stability, voltage stability, dynamic load modeling, and compliance assessments using industry-standard tools such as PSS/E, PSCAD, TSAT, or PSLF.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, regulatory, business development, and marketing teams to deliver integrated technical solutions and scalable service models.
- Support proposal development, RFP responses, technical presentations, and client-facing materials that communicate complex regulatory and engineering concepts clearly and effectively.
- Drive operational excellence by improving study methodologies, enhancing team efficiency, and identifying opportunities to scale technical service delivery.
- Represent the organization at industry forums, stakeholder meetings, webinars, and technical events to strengthen market presence and thought leadership.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in the power systems industry, including at least 3 years in a technical leadership or management role.
- Deep expertise in NERC reliability standards, regulatory compliance processes, and emerging large load requirements.
- Strong knowledge of large load interconnection processes within major ISO/RTO environments, with ERCOT or PJM experience highly preferred.
- Proven experience conducting power system stability studies, including transient, voltage, frequency, or small-signal stability analysis.
- Hands-on proficiency with at least one major power systems analysis platform such as PSS/E, PSCAD, TSAT, or PSLF.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, structure, and commercialize technical consulting services for clients in the energy or utility sectors.
- Strong business development and client engagement skills, including proposal writing, technical presentations, and scope development.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Highly collaborative mindset with strong organizational skills and a commitment to quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Remote work opportunity within the United States or Canada
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% employee premium coverage
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match, fully vested from day one
- Continuous education and professional development support
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
- Opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts in energy and grid modernization
- Exposure to cutting-edge renewable energy and grid transformation initiatives
- Occasional travel requirements limited to approximately 10%.
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Date Posted
05/26/2026
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