Opdenergy is a growing independent renewable energy producer (IPP) with presence in Europe, United States and Latin America with more than 19 years of experience. The company develops, builds, finances, manages, and operates high quality renewable energy projects in several countries, with a portfolio of 2,6 GW (1,3 operational and + 1,3 ready to build / under construction) assets in operations and construction, whole portfolio under development sums up to over 18 GW.
We are currently looking for an Grid Code Engineer based in USA, who, in coordination with the Business Development and Construction teams, will lead the interconnection of renewable energy projects, considering the technical requirements of the Utilities and Applicable Law.
What will you help with?
- Ensure project compliance with interconnection and grid code requirements across different ISOs and utilities.
- Coordinate and review grid studies in collaboration with consultants and equipment suppliers.
- Analyze and validate plant models using PSSE, PSCAD, and DigSILENT.
- Support project teams during design, testing, and commissioning phases.
- Provide technical input to development and EPC teams.
- Interface with ISOs, utilities, and OEMs to clarify requirements and ensure compliance.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of IEEE, NERC, and FERC standards.
- Contribute to internal procedures and best practices for interconnection compliance.
- Review and comment on interconnection study reports and facility study agreements.
- Participate in technical meetings with ISOs and utilities during project development.
- Support modeling and validation of inverter-based resources and plant controllers.
- Assist in the preparation of grid compliance documentation and testing reports.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Strong knowledge of US interconnection processes (PJM, ERCOT, SPP, MISO, CAISO, etc.).
- Experience in renewable energy projects, especially solar PV and battery storage.
- Expert user with simulation tools (PSSE, PSCAD, DigSILENT, PSLF).
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams.
What do we offer?
- Career development in a leading international environment.
- Yearly bonus based on objectives
- Health, dental and vision benefits
- 401K
We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.