Energy Consultant for Interconnection

Summary

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider seeking a Consultant or Senior Consultant to support interconnection consulting engagements across North American power markets. The role involves preparing and tracking Interconnection Applications, performing technical analyses for generator and load studies, supporting power flow modeling, and preparing client deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Support Interconnection Application (IA) activities, including preparation of application materials, data validation, and coordination of submissions and addressing deficiencies
• Assist with tracking IA milestones, study phases, schedules, and data requests, and help maintain internal IA trackers and documentation
• Perform entry‑level technical analyses to support generator and load interconnection and transmission planning studies
• Support power flow modeling and simulation efforts under guidance from senior team members
• Assist in preparing client deliverables, including technical memoranda, reports, presentations, and data summaries
• Coordinate with internal project teams to support IA‑related consulting work across multiple client engagements
• Stay current on interconnection rules, study processes, and regulatory developments across North American power markets
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and knowledge‑sharing initiatives

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Management, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in the North American electric power sector or strong academic exposure to power systems, transmission, or interconnection topics
• Demonstrated experience with using power system modeling tools (e.g. PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA) through coursework, internships, or early professional experience
• Prior experience supporting Interconnection Application preparation, submission, or study coordination
• Master's degree in a relevant field
• 4+ years of experience in power markets or transmission consulting
• Experience working with renewable developers, transmission utilities, or related stakeholders
• Advanced skills in MS Office and data analysis tools
• Experience in any North American market related to interconnection and transmission planning is an advantage
• Basic understanding of transmission planning, power flow analysis, and grid operations concepts
• Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy Management, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in the North American electric power sector or strong academic exposure to power systems, transmission, or interconnection topics
• Demonstrated experience with using power system modeling tools (e.g. PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerWorld, PSLF, TARA) through coursework, internships, or early professional experience

Nice to Haves

• Prior experience supporting Interconnection Application preparation, submission, or study coordination
• Master's degree in a relevant field
• 4+ years of experience in power markets or transmission consulting
• Experience working with renewable developers, transmission utilities, or related stakeholders
• Advanced skills in MS Office and data analysis tools
• Experience in any North American market related to interconnection and transmission planning is an advantage
• Basic understanding of transmission planning, power flow analysis, and grid operations concepts
• Strong attention to detail, organization skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Remote work option