PowerFlex · 13 hours ago
Interconnection Specialist
New York City, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
2+ years expPowerFlex is a leading national provider of intelligent onsite energy solutions that support cost-effective and low-carbon electrification and transportation. The Interconnection Specialist is responsible for managing the end-to-end utility interconnection process for commercial and industrial solar and battery energy storage projects, ensuring timely submissions and optimizing timelines for approval.
CleanTechRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Coordinate utility feedback and deficiency responses to progress interconnection applications through utility studies nationally
Ensure all interconnection submissions are accurate, complete, and timely
Manage relationships with third-party engineering vendor partners to oversee the creation of interconnection drawings, single-line diagrams, and technical exhibits
Serve as the primary point of contact for utility representatives to negotiate study timelines, resolve technical discrepancies, and expedite the approval process
Proactively develop and grow strategic relationships with utility representatives and engineering departments to improve communication channels and expedite project reviews
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge base of utility tariffs, interconnection rules, and net metering policies across various jurisdictions to support project feasibility assessments
Facilitate project-specific review meetings with utility representatives, development engineers and project developers to review results and options to move project forward
Facilitate regular status meetings with development engineers and project developers to provide visibility into interconnection milestones and potential bottlenecks
Ensure all final approved utility documentation and correspondence are organized and archived within the project management system for a clean transition to the Execution team
Collaborate with Business Development Analysts and Project Development teams to evaluate new utility markets, providing critical research on interconnection timelines, estimated costs, and application processes
Collaborate with PowerFlex’s Policy Team to escalate issues and file complaints as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience required; B.S. preferred
2-4 years of relevant experience
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of projects simultaneously across different utilities and stages of development
Exceptional negotiation and relationship-building skills, with a track record of successfully navigating utility bureaucracies to resolve technical or administrative bottlenecks
Demonstrated ability to manage third-party engineering consultants, ensuring deliverables meet strict technical standards and project deadlines
Understanding of utility tariffs such as California Rule 21 (or equivalent state-specific interconnection rules)
Ability to analyze and synthesize utility manuals and state policies to help guide the business development team in new geographic markets
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Salesforce, Smartsheet, or Procore)
Benefits
Comprehensive Health and Welfare plans including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan and paid time off
Annual performance bonus (or other incentive compensation, as applicable)
Company
PowerFlex
PowerFlex is a clean technology solutions company making the transition to carbon-free energy possible through a combination of green offerings, including solar, storage, EV charging, and the intelligent energy management platform PowerFlex X.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$100.97MKey Investors
Manulife Investment ManagementNational Science Foundation
2022-12-13Private Equity· $100M
2018-09-04Grant· $0.74M
2017-07-14Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Nate McMurry
Chief Commercial Officer
Recent News
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