Transmission Engineer Associate

Position Overview

Adapture Renewables, Inc. is on a mission to be a leader in this new era of sustainable energy. Drawing upon an extensive knowledge base, we develop, finance, engineer, build, own, and operate high quality utility-scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage projects. Our Development team is looking for a talented Transmission Engineer Associate to support the efforts of our fast-growing company. Adapture Renewables is owned by KIRKBI - the private holding and investment company of the Kirk Kristiansen family, founded to build a sustainable future for the LEGO® brand through generations.

This entry-level position will work within our Interconnection and Transmission department to assist with research, data analysis, and project support for utility-scale solar and BESS projects. The Transmission Engineer Associate will help the team with preliminary site screenings, interconnection application preparation, market research, and other project development support tasks. This role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to start a career in renewable energy and transmission development. The position reports to the Director of Interconnection and Transmission. The candidate is ideally based near our Bay Area headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct basic research on transmission systems, interconnection opportunities, and market dynamics.
• Support the preparation of interconnection applications for Solar PV, PV+BESS, and standalone BESS projects.
• Assist in preliminary transmission screenings to identify viable project locations.
• Help track project interconnection milestones and maintain project documentation.
• Summarize and communicate findings to project teams in a clear and concise manner.
• Support the evaluation of grid upgrade costs and schedules with guidance from senior team members.
• Assist with utility and ISO/RTO correspondence and documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and contribute to problem-solving discussions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related technical field.
• Familiarity with basic power systems concepts (e.g., transmission, load flow, interconnection).
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or project experience related to renewable energy, transmission, or power systems.
• Exposure to modeling or analysis software such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, PSLF, or TARA.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Competitive health, vision, and dental benefits
• Attractive personal time off and company holiday package
• Work-from-home policy
• Salary: commensurate with experience