Director of Transmission & Interconnection

Santa Clara, CA or Remote. Posted 2 months ago

The role

The Director of Transmission & Interconnection owns the grid interconnection strategy across all development sites. You will manage a team of specialists and serve as the primary interface with RTOs, ISOs, and utilities.

What you will do

Develop and execute interconnection strategy for the project pipeline
Manage FERC, RTO/ISO, and utility interconnection processes
Lead transmission feasibility and impact studies
Negotiate Generator Interconnection Agreements and related agreements
Monitor and respond to FERC Order 2023 and evolving interconnection rule changes
Partner with Director of Project Development to align interconnection timelines
Build and manage a team of interconnection professionals
Assess interconnection and electric service requirements for Isotope production facilities
Support transmission and distribution planning for Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campuses

Required qualifications

10+ years in power generation interconnection, transmission planning, or utility regulatory affairs
Hands-on experience managing FERC/RTO interconnection processes
Deep familiarity with transmission studies, queue management, and GIA negotiation
Advocacy work on interconnection processes and experience working with Commission staff and leadership
Able to communicate technical content and results verbally

Nice to have

MISO, PJM, WECC, SPP, NYISO, or CAISO experience
Nuclear, baseload, or co-located generation interconnection experience
Large Load interconnection process experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, power systems, or related field

Benefits

Flexible time off
Equity
Bonuses
Competitive pay
401(k)
Health insurance with employer contribution
HSA
FSA
Flexible work hours
Wellness credits

Before you apply

Only applicants who meet the definition of a U.S. person under applicable laws may be eligible
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening

About the company

Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, and affordable energy at scale. The company is also establishing a domestic supply chain for critical radioisotopes and advancing nuclear fuel recycling.