Head of Interconnection & Transmission
Zanskar
Posted
May 15, 2026
Location
USA
Type
Full-time
Mission
What you will drive
- Develop and execute Zanskar's interconnection and transmission strategy across WECC and CAISO to secure grid access for a multi-gigawatt geothermal portfolio.
- Lead queue management, including submissions, study analyses, and interconnection agreement negotiations with utilities and ISOs.
- Build and manage a high-volume pipeline of interconnection filings, tracking milestones, budgets, and risk.
- Provide data-driven recommendations on proceed/hold/withdraw decisions for each project milestone.
Impact
The difference you'll make
This role directly enables the deployment of clean, firm geothermal energy, displacing carbon emissions and accelerating the transition to renewable energy at scale.
Profile
What makes you a great fit
- 5+ years of interconnection or transmission project leadership.
- BS in related field; Master's preferred.
- Strong technical foundation in power systems, power flow analysis, and interconnection cost estimation.
- Excellent communication and executive presence; ability to present complex topics to leadership and external stakeholders.
Benefits
What's in it for you
Full-time salaried position with equity participation. Benefits include paid holidays, 18 days PTO, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k), paid parental leave, and growth opportunities in a rapidly scaling clean-energy company.
About
Inside Zanskar
Zanskar uses advanced exploration technology to discover new geothermal resources and is developing a multi-gigawatt portfolio of geothermal projects to deliver firm, carbon-free energy.