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# Head of High Voltage Operations at Intersect

- **Company:** Intersect
- **Location:** United States
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-05-26
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/intersect/2c621c8c-4a3f-4ca7-8743-63fb7e475b9b

## Job description

We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.

Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016.  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; Austin, 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 Power’s Operations & Maintenance organization, you’ll lead the strategy, technical governance, and operational execution of high-voltage infrastructure across a growing utility-scale fleet. The High Voltage Operations & Maintenance Leader serves as the senior authority for substations, transmission lines, relay protection systems, and interconnection facilities, ensuring safe, reliable, and precise execution of all HV maintenance and recovery activities.

You’ll oversee a highly specialized internal team responsible for complex maintenance, emergency response, and technical troubleshooting across assets ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV. This role partners closely with Engineering, Reliability, Construction, and NERC Compliance teams to improve operability, strengthen infrastructure resilience, and maintain industry-leading grid availability standards. Your leadership will directly influence system reliability, field safety, and operational readiness across Intersect’s portfolio.

## Team Overview

This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the clean energy transition by ensuring the reliability, safety, and long-term operability of utility-scale power infrastructure. The Operations & Maintenance organization partners cross-functionally across Engineering, Construction, Reliability, and Compliance to maximize asset performance and support rapid portfolio growth. Team members contribute to highly collaborative, technically challenging work that directly impacts grid reliability, operational excellence, and the scalability of Intersect’s infrastructure platform.

## What You’ll Do

Lead Specialized HV Operations Lead and develop a fleet-wide team of high-voltage technicians and specialists, maintaining strong technical competency, safety culture, and Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) standards Direct execution of complex HV maintenance activities, including breaker timing, transformer internal inspections, SF6 gas handling, and advanced diagnostics Coordinate workforce mobilization for planned outages, emergency recoveries, and major repair events across operational sites Establish and reinforce a zero-defect execution culture focused on precision, safety, and maximum asset availability

Drive Technical Governance & Reliability Partner with the Reliability organization to support HV maintenance strategies, resource planning, and execution standards Serve as the operational authority during engineering and design reviews to ensure substations, relay systems, and interconnection facilities are optimized for long-term maintainability Maintain and govern “Golden Records” for relay settings, coordination studies, and protection system documentation Lead technical investigations and response efforts related to relay operations, trips, and fault events, including validation of protection setting changes

Strengthen Infrastructure Resilience Develop and maintain the HV Emergency Response strategy for catastrophic failures and grid-impacting events Oversee critical HV spare parts readiness, including transformers, bushings, breakers, and other long-lead infrastructure components Manage and evaluate specialized third-party HV contractors to ensure alignment with Intersect’s technical and operational standards Support rapid restoration and recovery efforts to minimize operational downtime and maintain fleet reliability

Advance Electrical Safety & Arc Flash Programs Review and validate arc flash studies in accordance with IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E standards Translate engineering analyses into practical operational procedures, PPE requirements, and safe work boundaries for field execution Partner with internal stakeholders to optimize relay settings and reduce incident energy exposure while maintaining system reliability Oversee the fleet-wide arc flash labeling program to ensure labels remain accurate and compliant following system modifications Serve as the technical authority for electrical safety training and mentorship for employees and contractors

Support Compliance & Operational Readiness Partner with NERC Compliance teams to maintain technical readiness for standards including PRC-005 and FAC-008 Provide accurate maintenance records, testing documentation, and technical validation to support regulatory compliance activities Ensure maintenance practices, testing procedures, and documentation consistently meet operational and regulatory expectations

## What You’ll Bring

B.S. in Electrical Engineering required, preferably with a Power Systems emphasis Professional Engineer (P.E.) license strongly preferred 15+ years of experience in high-voltage engineering and operations across systems ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV Proven experience leading and scaling specialized field-based HV maintenance teams Deep expertise in SEL (Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories) relay protection logic, coordination studies, and protection system troubleshooting Advanced knowledge of substation equipment maintenance, including transformers, breakers, GIS systems, and associated infrastructure Expertise in transformer oil chemistry analysis (DGA), power factor testing, SF6 management, and advanced HV diagnostic methodologies Strong familiarity with IEEE 1584, NFPA 70E, and electrical safety best practices Experience supporting NERC-related technical maintenance and compliance readiness activities Ability to influence cross-functional leaders across Engineering, Construction, Reliability, and Operations teams Strategic leadership capabilities combined with strong field execution instincts and operational decision-making A collaborative, safety-focused leadership style that supports mentorship, accountability, and continuous improvement Strong communication skills with the ability to translate highly technical concepts into actionable operational guidance

Total Rewards

Total Compensation: $221,000 - $260,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Equity: Beyond your salary, you’ll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company. 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 and family care support through Carrot and Maven Mental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+ Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.

## About Intersect

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Intersect develops and delivers large-scale, co-located hybrid energy and data center infrastructure to power the AI boom, with a focus on speed, cost, and reliability.
- **Entity Type**: Private (acquired by Google in March 2026)
- **Headquarters**: Beaverton, Oregon, United States (with offices in Houston, Texas)
- **Founded**: 2016
- **Founders**: Sheldon Kimber (CEO), Luke Dunnington (President, departed March 2026)

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Energy infrastructure and data center development
- **Target customers**: Hyperscale cloud providers (Google), AI companies, and other large-scale industrial energy consumers (B2B, enterprise)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “We deliver the fastest, cheapest, cleanest, and most reliable energy and data center infrastructure for the scale of what comes next.”

## Products & Services
- **Co-located Hybrid Power + Data Centers**: Intersect builds gigawatt-scale renewable energy projects (solar, wind, battery storage) combined with on-site data centers, providing dedicated, low-carbon power for AI workloads. Notable projects: Meitner Energy Center (1+ GW co-located data center), Quantum Clean Energy Project (operational June 2026), Oberon facility (679 MWp solar + 1 GWh storage, online 2023).
- **Energy Infrastructure Development**: End-to-end development, financing, and construction of utility-scale solar, wind, and battery storage systems, often with firming gas for reliability.
- **IPX Power Spin-out**: A portion of Intersect’s operating solar and storage assets were spun out into IPX Power post-acquisition.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (acquired by Google – transaction terms not public)
- **Key Metric**: $15B in infrastructure operating or under construction; 10.8 GW in construction or operation by late 2028
- **Annual Revenue**: $190M (as of most recent data)
- **Total Funding**: $8.9B (cumulative, including debt and equity rounds)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Google (strategic partner and acquirer), Tesla (17.7 GWh Megapack purchase), First Solar (multi-billion dollar supply chain commitment), TPG Rise Climate Fund, Macquarie Infrastructure and Real Assets, Santander CIB, MUFG Bank
- **Growth Signals**: 24.1% YoY headcount growth (324 employees), acquired by Google in March 2026, multiple gigawatts of new projects under construction, rapid expansion in AI-driven energy demand.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Execution track record**: Delivered gigawatt-scale projects ahead of schedule and under budget (e.g., Oberon in 2023 during volatile supply chain).
- **Deep partnerships**: Exclusive relationships with Google, Tesla, and First Solar provide supply chain certainty and technology access.
- **Co-location model**: By placing data centers directly next to hybrid power sources, Intersect bypasses grid constraints and delivers faster, cheaper, cleaner power.
- **Domestic manufacturing focus**: Long-term procurement agreements with U.S. suppliers reduce risk and speed timelines.

## Strategic Focus
- **Post-acquisition integration**: As a Google subsidiary, Intersect is scaling its co-located energy and data center model to meet Google’s AI infrastructure needs.
- **Accelerating deployment**: Fast-tracking projects like the Meitner Energy Center and Quantum Clean Energy to bring more capacity online quickly.
- **Community engagement**: Building relationships with local communities from early site evaluation through long-term operations, creating jobs and tax revenue.
- **Supply chain resilience**: Prioritizing American-made equipment and buying ahead of demand to avoid delays.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “People-first” environment with a focus on execution and impact. The company values “ambition grounded in action” and attracts those who thrive on complex, high-stakes projects.
- **Benefits** (from LinkedIn post):
  - 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision for employees and dependents
  - Up to 18 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth parents (12 weeks for non-birth parents)
  - Family planning support via Carrot and Maven
  - Full home office setup + $150/month cell and internet reimbursement
  - $150/month food stipend
  - Quarterly credits for child/family care via UrbanSitter + pet insurance allowance
- **Work model**: Hybrid/office presence expected (offices in Beaverton, OR and Houston, TX). Remote flexibility likely for some roles.
- **Engineering culture**: Emphasis on civil, electrical, structural, and project management roles. Hands-on work with cutting-edge energy and data center technology.
- **Growth trajectory**: Post-Google acquisition provides stability and resources while maintaining a startup-like pace and mission-driven focus.

## Sources
1. [intersect.com/about](https://www.intersect.com/about)
2. [intersect.com/solutions](https://www.intersect.com/solutions)
3. [linkedin.com/company/intersect-power](https://www.linkedin.com/company/intersect-power)
4. [linkedin.com/company/intersect-com](https://linkedin.com/company/intersect-com)

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