Electrical and HV Technical Services Engineer

Location & Team Gatherings Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in We've been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office – we are any and all of those options Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.
We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.
About This Role As part of Intersect's Ops Technical Services team, you'll be the go-to expert for high-voltage systems across our operating fleet. You'll help keep substations and interconnections running safely, reliably, and in full compliance—while also stepping in with hands-on support when outages, faults, or maintenance events occur. Your expertise will guide root cause analysis, preventive programs, and technical improvements that reduce downtime and strengthen fleet performance. Collaboration is key: you'll work closely with O&M teams, utilities, contractors, and internal engineering groups to make sure our systems stay strong and scalable.
Team Overview The Ops Technical Services team provides deep technical expertise and operational support for Intersect's growing fleet. We focus on asset reliability, compliance, and performance, helping the company deliver clean energy at scale. Our work spans site operations, asset management, and external O&M partners—ensuring that every project is supported from commissioning through long-term operation. Joining this team means contributing directly to Intersect's mission of powering a sustainable future while building specialized expertise in renewable energy operations. Position includes 30% travel to our project sites in both California and Texas.
What You'll Do
Lead HV System Reliability
• Serve as subject matter expert for substations, interconnections, and protection systems, ensuring safe and compliant operations
• Establish and maintain HV operating procedures, troubleshooting guides, and preventive maintenance programs
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams on upgrades, design reviews, and long-term reliability planning
Respond to Events and Outages
• Lead root cause analysis of faults and outages, driving corrective and preventive solutions
• Provide direct technical support during outages and maintenance events to minimize downtime
• Oversee switching operations, inspections, testing, and warranty remediation in coordination with O&M partners
Support Construction and Compliance
• Provide technical oversight during construction—conduct field inspections and witness tests to ensure engineering standards are met
• Report on system performance, events, and resolutions to executives, regulators, and key stakeholders
• Ensure alignment with NERC, IEEE, and utility requirements across fleet operations
What You'll Bring
• A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field—or equivalent experience in HV operations; advanced certifications in HV or power systems are a plus
• 5+ years of experience with high-voltage substations, transmission interconnections, or HV systems for utility-scale renewable energy projects; experience with utility-scale BESS is preferred
• Strong expertise in troubleshooting HV equipment, analyzing relay event records, and leading root cause analysis
• Proven experience managing HV maintenance, inspections, and switching operations with utilities and O&M providers
• Solid understanding of NERC, IEEE, and utility operational requirements, with ability to apply them in the field
• Clear, accurate documentation skills for operating procedures and compliance records
• Willingness to travel regularly to sites and support operations in varied environmental conditions- will require 30% travel to our project sites in both California and Texas Total Rewards At Intersect, we care about your well-being, growth, and balance. Here's how we support you: Compensation: USD$ 185,000- $195,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus) Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year) Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot Mental health: Free access to Ginger coaching and counseling, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to your 401k or RRSP, ensuring your financial future is on the right track Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, pet insurance allowance, and full home office setup
Ready to put your expertise to work strengthening renewable energy infrastructure? Apply now and help accelerate the clean energy transition while building a meaningful career. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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