Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Interconnection Engineer / Manager role at Progressive supports utility-scale renewable energy projects by managing interconnection processes and technical studies to ensure successful project development.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will lead or support interconnection applications, conduct technical studies like load flow and stability analyses, collaborate with teams and consultants, and represent projects in stakeholder meetings.
Compensation and benefits
The role offers a $120K base salary with a highly competitive bonus structure, visa sponsorship and transfer, relocation support, and potential client-offered benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, and paid leave.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 3-10+ years in interconnection engineering or related fields, experience with renewable energy projects, familiarity with ISO/RTO interconnection processes, and proficiency with power systems tools like PSSE or PowerWorld.
Career development
The role offers growth opportunities within a high-growth developer with a strong project pipeline and exposure to multiple renewable technologies.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes a collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on renewable energy impact.
Company information
Progressive is a recruiting firm specializing in staffing for renewable energy and utility-scale projects, partnering with leading developers in the sector.
Job location and travel
This is an on-site, full-time role based in Texas with required relocation supported by the company.
Unique job features
The position includes visa sponsorship, H-1B transfer support, and the chance to work on diverse renewable energy technologies including solar, wind, and battery storage projects.
Company overview
Progressive Corporation is a leading American insurance company known for its auto insurance products. Founded in 1937, it has grown to offer a wide range of insurance services, including home, renters, and commercial auto insurance. The company generates revenue primarily through insurance premiums and investment income. Progressive is also recognized for its innovative approaches, such as usage-based insurance and its Snapshot program, which uses telematics to tailor premiums based on driving behavior. The company has a strong market presence and is known for its customer-centric approach and advertising campaigns featuring the character "Flo."
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your experience in interconnection engineering, grid integration, and renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems, highlighting any familiarity with ISO/RTO interconnection processes like CAISO, ERCOT, MISO, or PJM.
Highlight your technical skills with power systems tools such as PSSE, PSLF, or PowerWorld, and showcase your ability to lead or support the interconnection process from application through NTP, including conducting load flow, short circuit, and stability analyses.
Apply through multiple platforms including Progressive's corporate recruitment site and LinkedIn to maximize your exposure and chances of landing the role.
Connect with professionals in Progressive's renewable energy or interconnection divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent renewable energy projects they are involved with or asking about challenges in utility-scale interconnection processes to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'interconnection engineering,' 'renewable energy,' 'ISO/RTO processes,' 'PSSE,' 'grid integration,' and 'project management' to ensure it passes automated screenings effectively.
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