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
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