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Hamid Ghasem

Boston

Summary

Results-driven Electrical Engineer with 7+ years of specialized experience in the interconnection of solar energy systems with transmission and distribution networks. Adept at power system modeling and interconnection studies using PSSE, TARA, and PowerFactory. Strong track record of leading cross-functional teams and advocating for renewable-friendly policies in industry forums.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Interconnection Engineer

New Leaf Energy
10.2022 - Current
  • - Provide expert technical guidance on engineering design, grid standards, and interconnection processes.
  • - Evaluate utility studies and advise developers on grid constraints and interconnection costs.
  • - Review interconnection drawings for compliance with utility and regulatory requirements.
  • - Manage technical processes and mentor junior engineers.
  • - Represent company interests in state and industry working groups, promoting renewable energy policies.
  • - Conduct advanced power system modeling and coordination studies.

Senior Electrical Engineer

National Grid US
02.2019 - 10.2022
  • - Supported transmission teams in evaluating and deploying emerging grid technologies.
  • - Led simulations and research to validate new transmission solutions prior to implementation.
  • - Managed pilot programs and facilitated knowledge transfer to operational teams.
  • - Collaborated with universities, vendors, and national laboratories on strategic deployment initiatives.

Solution Engineer

Smart Wires
09.2017 - 02.2019
  • - Conducted impact studies on power flow control devices for transmission systems in South America and Europe.

Power System Researcher

US DOE / Virginia Commonwealth University
08.2013 - 08.2017
  • - Developed methodologies for automated generation of hypothetical grid models maintaining key system characteristics.

Education

Ph.D. - Power System Engineering

Virginia Commonwealth University
01.2017

Skills

  • Grid Interconnection Design & Review
  • Interconnection Studies & Analysis
  • Power System Modeling (PSSE, TARA, PowerFactory)
  • Python for Grid Simulation
  • Project Leadership & Team Mentorship
  • Regulatory & Compliance Standards

Certification

Siemens PSSE Training (2025)

Languages

Persian: Native
English: Professional Working Proficiency

Timeline

Senior Interconnection Engineer

New Leaf Energy
10.2022 - Current

Senior Electrical Engineer

National Grid US
02.2019 - 10.2022

Solution Engineer

Smart Wires
09.2017 - 02.2019

Power System Researcher

US DOE / Virginia Commonwealth University
08.2013 - 08.2017

Ph.D. - Power System Engineering

Virginia Commonwealth University
Hamid Ghasem