About the job
At Blue Energy, our vision is to revolutionize energy access through sustainable and affordable nuclear power. We are committed to harnessing advanced manufacturing techniques inspired by the shipbuilding and offshore energy sectors, drastically reducing the costs of nuclear plants by over 60% and expediting their development timelines to just 24 months. Our innovative platform integrates the latest NRC-approved reactors and facilitates quicker regulatory approvals by collaborating with existing nuclear and industrial infrastructures. By implementing centralized shipyard manufacturing, we aim to position nuclear energy on a cost-reduction trajectory comparable to that of wind, solar, and lithium-ion battery technologies.
Role Summary
As the Transmission Manager, you will spearhead Blue Energy’s transmission strategies across various U.S. power markets, playing a pivotal role in the successful execution of our nuclear power initiatives. This position necessitates substantial expertise in generation and load interconnection processes, grid power flow analysis, and understanding transmission constraints in RTO/ISO markets such as PJM, ERCOT, MISO, and NYISO, as well as SERC and vertically integrated utility territories. You will act as the foremost authority on transmission and interconnection matters, directing project siting, development strategies, and regulatory interactions.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the transmission and interconnection strategy for Blue Energy across the United States.
Evaluate potential development sites to determine costs, interconnection, and feasibility for both generation and co-located data center loads.
Oversee, negotiate, and manage interconnection queue processes and agreements, addressing technical, procedural, and commercial aspects while ensuring alignment with EPC and project teams.
Conduct analyses of grid power flows, constraints, and upgrade requirements to guide project siting decisions.
Work collaboratively with internal teams to integrate transmission insights with development, permitting, and commercial strategies.
Engage with RTOs, utilities, and regulators to advocate for project requirements and secure timely interconnection results.
Monitor and analyze developments in transmission policy, market rule changes, and interconnection reforms.
Establish and maintain relationships with external consultants, transmission planners, and engineering firms.
Manage transmission-related project milestones and deliverables in alignment with corporate objectives.