Director, Grid Transformation (Hybrid)

Job overview

The Director, Grid Transformation role is hybrid in Taylor, TX, with onsite work required at least two days per week and remote work from a Texas residence. The stated annual salary range is $221,000–$303,000. ERCOT manages the flow of electric power to Texas customers and operates the state’s wholesale power market. The director leads ERCOT’s Grid Research, Innovation & Transformation programs to prepare the organization for changes in grid resources, demand, technology, and markets. The role sets strategic direction, turns research and emerging ideas into pilots and operational solutions, and coordinates cross-functional teams and external partnerships to strengthen grid readiness.

What you'll do

• Set the long-term vision and roadmap for grid transformation
• lead the innovation pipeline from research and white papers through proofs of concept, pilots, prototypes, and potential scaling
• hire, coach, train, and manage staff
• direct planning, staffing, budgeting, and functional priorities
• lead GRIT programs and matrixed teams
• advise internal and external stakeholders
• track emerging generation, transmission, and distribution technology trends
• develop research and industry partnerships
• represent ERCOT in industry panels, committees, advisory boards, and relevant standards groups
• contribute to ERCOT protocols, guides, and procedures
• provide strategic direction for the annual innovation summit.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director

grid transformation

hybrid

taylor tx

ercot

grid research

innovation

electric power grid

leadership

technology roadmap

energy markets

$221,000–$303,000/year

cross-functional teams

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and retirement savings plan.

Why this role

Leads grid research, innovation, and transformation initiatives for the Texas electric grid.

About the employer

ERCOT is hiring for this role. Industry: Regulation and Administration of Communications, Electric, Gas, and Other Utilities. Sector: 92.