Transmission & Interconnection, Principal
Hut 8
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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
- Maintain model currency across regional grid operator systems
- Perform power flow studies to support load capacity screening, network upgrade cost estimation, and system reliability analysis
- Support system stability and protection-related studies as needed
- Prepare clear technical reports and analysis
- Translate technical findings for both engineering and business audiences
- Support coordination across internal teams
Dynamic Model Quality Testing
- Coordinate with external consultants to build and validate power flow and dynamic models using standard industry software
Process Improvement
- Support 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
- 3–5 years of experience in power systems, transmission planning, and interconnection gained as a consultant, ISO/utility engineer, or in an equivalent role
- Hands on experience with TARA for transmission reliability, power flow, and contingency analysis.
- Proficient with power system modeling and simulation software such as PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld, PSCAD, or equivalent.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex interconnection study results and develop actionable recommendations
- Track record of successfully negotiating interconnection agreements and managing cost and schedule risk.
- Skilled in report preparation, data analytics, and cost modeling, with clear written and verbal communication
- Prior internship or co-op experience in power systems, transmission planning, or interconnection is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within an ISO/RTO, consulting firm, or utility, 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
- Familiarity with dynamic model validation and benchmarking via model quality testing
- Proficiency with workflow automation and application program interfaces to scale process development as study volume grows
- Professional Engineer (PE) license, or progress toward licensure
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.
About this role
Hut 8 is building large-scale data centers for AI, cloud, and Bitcoin mining operations, and this role supports the critical work of securing grid access for those facilities. You would join the Transmission & Interconnection team in Miami to help navigate the complex process of connecting Hut 8's energy-intensive infrastructure to the electrical grid across the United States. The work spans utility coordination, power system modeling, and technical analysis—preparing study materials, maintaining grid models, running power flow simulations, and translating findings for both engineers and business stakeholders.
The position requires a BSEE with power systems emphasis and three to five years of hands-on experience in transmission planning or interconnection work, whether at a consulting firm, ISO/utility, or similar environment. You need proficiency with industry-standard modeling software like PSS/E or PowerWorld, strong analytical skills to interpret study results, and a demonstrated ability to manage interconnection agreements and cost-schedule risk. Experience with specific grid operators like PJM or ERCOT, or familiarity with data center power requirements, would strengthen your candidacy.
This is an in-office role based in Miami's Brickell area. Hut 8 emphasizes a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with exposure to peers across energy, software, finance, and consulting backgrounds, and offers standard benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.
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