Data Center Load Management & Optimization Lead

About This Role

Lead the integration, management, and optimization of Intersect's Data Center private use networks (PUN) in ERCOT, ensuring compliance, developing commercial strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Partner with and own the QSE/FRP 3rd party relationship to ensure PUNs meet needs of renewable projects and customers
• Lead the registration and management of large loads in ERCOT
• Coordinate with load customer to define energy manager scope
• Register load with relevant demand response programs
• Support retail supply agreement contract negotiations and ensure compliance
• Ensure operational and regulatory compliance with all load integration processes
• Provide subject-matter expertise on data center energy management, forecasting, demand optimization, and risk management
• Develop optimization strategies to reduce load customer’s risk (e.g., 4CP charges)
• Stay current on state and federal energy regulations impacting tariffs, load management, and service agreements
• Build strong relationships with utilities, LSEs, regulators, and market operators

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, energy management, engineering, finance, or a related field
• 6+ years experience in setting up large loads in ERCOT and/or SPP
• Experience managing and optimizing large loads in ERCOT
• Experience optimizing renewable and gas generation in ERCOT
• Experience working on a trading desk and managing revenue
• Extensive commercial experience spanning both load and generation projects
• Deep knowledge of tariff structures, retail markets, and regulatory frameworks across multiple RTO/ISO regions
• Strong grasp of energy markets, load forecasting, and data center energy optimization
• Project management skills
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and relationship-building skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, energy management, engineering, finance, or a related field
• 6+ years experience in setting up large loads in ERCOT and/or SPP

Nice to Have

• MBA or master’s preferred
• Familiarity with energy management and regulatory reporting tools

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits