Sr Manager, Interconnection Services- SPP Region

Position Overview

NextEra Energy Resources, one of America’s largest wholesale electricity generators, is seeking a Manager for Interconnection Services. This role plays an essential part in the regional generator interconnection process through the full project lifecycle—from development to construction—ensuring the successful growth of new generating assets. The position requires collaboration with internal project teams and external entities (such as RTOs, ISOs, Transmission Providers, and Transmission Owners) to review interconnection standards, perform system impact studies, and support effective transmission planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct prospecting interconnection analysis using tools such as PowerGEM TARA, PSS/E, and ASPEN, including configuring and automating injection study systems.
• Perform injection studies to identify optimal locations for generator placements and verify/challenge system impact study results.
• Manage the generator interconnection application process to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and established timelines.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders—including ISO/RTOs and utility companies—to facilitate seamless interconnection and negotiate cost-effective network upgrade solutions.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize the generator interconnection process while maintaining project schedules and completing ad hoc assignments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of relevant experience and a minimum of 1+ year in a supervisory or management role.
• Expertise in steady-state thermal/voltage, short-circuit, and transient stability analysis using industry analytical tools, with experience in programming and automation.
• Strong power systems background with a thorough understanding of transmission planning, NERC reliability standards, and interconnection regulatory practices.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and communicate complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with generator or load interconnection agreements and transmission planning, preferably with major power companies or utilities such as FPL or NEER.
• Demonstrated experience or working relationships with SPP or similar utilities in a technical interconnection role.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive Benefits: NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support employees and their eligible family members.
• Relocation Assistance: Provided if applicable.
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid or remote work considerations.