Transmission & Interconnection, Principal

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role  

We are seeking a motivated Transmission & Interconnection, Principal to support Hut 8's interconnection and transmission planning efforts across the United States. As Hut 8 scales its energy infrastructure platform—powering next-generation data centers, AI workloads, and Bitcoin mining operations—securing reliable, cost-effective grid access is mission-critical. 

In this role, you will support the interconnection queue process for large load and co-located generation assets, working closely with utilities and grid operators to prepare study materials, maintain power system models, and translate technical findings for internal and external stakeholders. You will partner cross-functionally with the broader Transmission & Interconnection team to help identify, track, and mitigate interconnection timelines, cost exposures, and technical requirements 

Key Responsibilities  

Utility Interface  

• Prepare materials for utility and grid operator submittals 

• Track study milestones and support related negotiation processes 

• Maintain internal records to support study oversight 

Power System Modeling & Simulation  

• Ensure model currency across regional grid operator systems 

• Lead power flow studies to support load capacity screening, network upgrade cost estimation, and system reliability analysis 

• Direct system stability and protection-related studies as needed 

• Prepare and review clear, decision-ready technical reports and analysis 

• Translate technical findings for engineering, business, and executive audiences 

• Drive coordination and alignment across internal teams and stakeholders 

Dynamic Model Quality Testing  

• Directs external consultants to build and validate power flow and dynamic models using standard industry software. With eventual internalization, performs required dynamic model quality testing. 

• Own dynamic model validation and benchmarking via model quality testing 

Process Improvement  

• Drive adoption of workflow automation and modern software tools to scale study throughput as project volume grows 

About You  

Required Qualifications  

• BSEE from an ABET-accredited program with a power emphasis 

• 5–8 years of experience in power systems, transmission planning, and interconnection gained as a consultant, ISO/utility engineer, or in an equivalent role 

• Proficient with power system modeling and simulation software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, TARA, or equivalent) 

• Practical experience with direct hands-on or oversight to consultants to validate dynamic model via comparative assessment against PSCAD or EMTP modeling and simulation.  

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex interconnection study results and develop actionable recommendations 

• Skilled in report preparation, data analytics, and cost modeling, with clear written and verbal communication and the ability to translate technical findings for engineering and business audiences alike 

• Proficiency with workflow automation and application program interfaces to scale process development as study volume grows 

Preferred Qualifications  

• Experience within an ISO/RTO is strongly preferred, followed by consulting firm or utility experience, with exposure to organized markets such as PJM, ERCOT, MISO, SPP, or the Southeast (Georgia Power, Duke, TVA) 

• Direct exposure to large-load or HPC/data center power requirements—including in an academic context—is a strong plus given the unit's focus on speed to power 

• Demonstrated experience mentoring or leading junior engineers on interconnection studies 

• Experience presenting study findings and negotiation strategy directly to senior leadership or executive stakeholders 

• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred 

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is in office at our corporate headquarters in the Brickell area of Miami, Florida. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.