Application Guide

How to Apply for Head of High Voltage Operations & Maintenance

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is a mission-driven company focused on scalable low-carbon solutions for retail and wholesale energy markets, developing clean electricity and fuels. Their commitment to innovation and sustainability, combined with a remote-first culture, makes them an attractive employer for professionals seeking impactful work in the renewable energy transition.

About This Role

As Head of High Voltage Operations & Maintenance, you will lead a fleet-wide team ensuring the reliability and safety of high-voltage systems across multiple sites. Your role is critical to maximizing asset availability and driving a zero-defect execution culture, directly contributing to Intersect Power's operational excellence and clean energy goals.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might start with a virtual stand-up with regional HV leads to review upcoming maintenance schedules and safety briefings. You could then review protection system data from SEL relays, troubleshoot a coordination issue, and later coordinate with site managers for an emergency outage response. Your afternoons might involve strategic planning for team scaling or reviewing QEW training programs.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • An electrical engineer with 15+ years in HV operations (34.5kV to 500kV) and a proven track record of leading field-based maintenance teams.
  • Deep expertise in SEL relay protection logic, coordination studies, and troubleshooting protection systems.
  • Strong safety advocate with experience establishing QEW standards and fostering a culture of precision and accountability.
  • Skilled in workforce mobilization for planned outages and emergency recoveries, with a strategic mindset for scaling teams.

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Tailor your resume to highlight specific HV projects (e.g., breaker timing, transformer inspections) and quantify results (e.g., reduced downtime, improved safety metrics).

2

Emphasize your experience with SEL relays and protection coordination—include specific relay models and studies you've conducted.

3

Showcase leadership of remote or distributed teams, as the role is remote and covers multiple sites.

4

In your cover letter, explicitly connect your experience to Intersect Power's mission of low-carbon solutions and scalable clean energy.

5

Research Intersect Power's current projects (e.g., solar, storage, fuels) and mention how your HV expertise supports their specific technologies.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your technical expertise in high-voltage systems from 34.5kV to 500kV, with examples of complex maintenance and diagnostics.', 'Proven ability to lead and scale field-based teams, emphasizing safety culture and QEW standards.', 'Experience with SEL relay protection and coordination, including troubleshooting and system optimization.', "Alignment with Intersect Power's mission to deliver scalable low-carbon solutions and your enthusiasm for remote, fleet-wide leadership."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Intersect Power's portfolio of projects (solar, storage, and fuels) to understand their technology mix and HV needs.
  • → Read about their safety record and any public reports on operational excellence or industry awards.
  • → Check their leadership team and company culture—look for recent news or press releases about expansions or innovations.
  • → Understand the regulatory environment for HV operations in the US (e.g., NERC standards) and how Intersect Power complies.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you led a complex HV maintenance event (e.g., transformer internal inspection) and how you ensured safety and precision.
2 How do you approach workforce mobilization for planned outages versus emergency recoveries across distributed sites?
3 Explain your experience with SEL relay protection logic; walk through a coordination study you performed.
4 How do you build and maintain a strong safety culture, especially with remote teams?
5 What strategies do you use to maximize asset availability while minimizing downtime for maintenance?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on theoretical knowledge without concrete examples of hands-on HV operations and field leadership.
  • Neglecting to mention specific SEL relay experience or protection coordination studies.
  • Overlooking the remote nature of the role—failing to demonstrate experience managing distributed teams.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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