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Director of Transmission & Interconnection

Oklo · Santa Clara, CA or Remote · Remote

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About Oklo

Oklo Inc. is developing fast fission power plants to deliver clean, reliable, affordable energy at scale, establishing a domestic supply chain for…. Backed by Y Combinator.

About the role

Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Director of Transmission & Interconnection to join our team.

What they're looking for

  • 10+ years in power generation interconnection, transmission planning, or utility regulatory affairs
  • Hands-on experience managing FERC/RTO interconnection processes (MISO, PJM, WECC, SPP, NYISO, or CAISO preferred)
  • Deep familiarity with transmission studies, queue management, and GIA negotiation
  • Nuclear, baseload, or co-located generation interconnection experience is a strong differentiator
  • Advocacy work on interconnection processes and experience working with Commission staff and leadership
  • Large Load interconnection process is highly desired
More about this role

Thanks for your interest in Oklo! We are searching for a Director of Transmission & Interconnection to join our team.

The Director of Transmission & Interconnection owns Oklo's grid interconnection strategy across all development sites. Interconnection queue positions and transmission study outcomes have direct bearing on project viability, cost, and timeline. You will manage a team of Senior Interconnection Specialists and Analysts and serve as the primary interface with RTOs, ISOs, and utilities on behalf of the Development organization. You report to the VP of Origination & Energy Strategy and partner closely with the Director of Project Development on schedule integration.

  • Develop and execute interconnection strategy for Oklo's project pipeline, including queue entry timing, study management, and GIA negotiation
  • Manage all FERC, RTO/ISO, and utility interconnection processes across multiple active projects simultaneously
  • Lead transmission feasibility and impact studies, including coordination with third-party consultants
  • Negotiate Generator Interconnection Agreements (GIAs) and related transmission/distribution agreements
  • Monitor and respond to FERC Order 2023 and...

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