Interconnection and Permitting Specialist

Interconnection And Permitting Specialist

Do you often provide ideas that are outside the box? Do you find yourself re-imagining what is possible and push the envelope to set a new standard? If so, we want you to join our team!

As an Interconnection and Permitting Specialist you will provide technical expertise and support during the development and construction of solar photovoltaic (PV), battery storage and electric vehicle charging station projects. The Interconnection and Permitting Specialist will work closely with operations and project development staff to efficiently and accurately move applications through the utility interconnection and permitting process nationally to support project mobilizations.

The Interconnection and Permitting Specialist possesses a strong technical aptitude and the communication and business acumen to translate Operations needs into technical guidelines.

Open to flexible work schedules working fully remote. Looking for someone to be near the following locations:

• Dallas, TX
• Houston, TX
• Austin, TX
• San Antonio, TX
• East Coast

We promote a FlexFirst approach which empowers our employees to take ownership of their work and maintain a positive work/life balance.

Our Interconnection and Permitting Specialist's contribute to the team by:

• Prepare, submit, and track interconnection applications with utilities across various jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with utility requirements.
• Prepare, submit, and track permit application packages to AHJ's ensuring accuracy and compliance with AHJ requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, project management, construction) and external stakeholders (utilities, AHJs) responding to questions or revision requests and facilitate timely interconnection approvals.
• Coordinate with utilities during the review process by responding to technical questions, providing additional documentation, and facilitating the required utility witness testing and Permission to Operate (PTO) inspections and approvals in a timely manner.
• Analyze and interpret utility interconnection standards, tariffs, and technical requirements to ensure project compliance. Address utility comments, requests for information, and technical concerns during the interconnection review process.
• Maintain detailed records of interconnection status, timelines, deliverables, and anticipated approval date to allow mobilization and construction; provide regular updates to project teams and leadership.
• Review and assist in preparing single-line diagrams, site plans, and other technical documents required for interconnection.
• Manage multiple interconnection applications simultaneously and coordinate across departments and regions.
• Establish and maintain points of contact and partnerships with utilities and AHJ's.
• Conduct site visits as needed.

The core components of success are (i.e. must haves):

• 3+ years of work experience in Permits or Interconnection application submission for Solar or Construction of renewable energy systems.
• Experience using Solar Design and Modeling Software Preferred Helioscope, Energy ToolBase, and or PV Syst.
• Understanding of state specific interconnections policies, such as Rule 21 (CA), ERCOT protocols (TX), Con Edison and NYSERDA guidelines (NY), ComED (IL), PSE&G and JCPL standards (NJ) and Eversource procedures (CT).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, inverters (UL1741 SB compliance) and grid-tied configurations for commercial scale solar systems.
• Familiar with PowerClerk, Salesforce and other utility specific portals for application submission and tracking
• AutoCAD, Sketchup or similar image manipulation program skills
• MS office, Excel, Visio and Word proficiency
• Good technical skills relating to interconnection, inverters, racking, and overall system design for projects ranging from 25kW to 10MW.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with utilities, AHJs and internal team
• A person with a high sense of urgency and a pro-active approach to problem solving
• Valid Driver's License- preferred Travel may include travel via employee's automobile (reimbursed) or company rental car

Required Education or Certification:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Business or a related field. OR Bachelor's in Distributed Energy/Generation.
• Valid Driver's License

Our Team and Culture:

We offer a culture filled with collaboration, passion, reliability, trustworthiness and more! We don't just talk the talk but we actually walk the walk here and can show this through our employee feedback check it out yourself to see what employees are saying:

• High level of employee engagement
• Trust in leadership
• Senior leaders listen and act
• Wellbeing
• Employees feeling valued
• Strong focus in health and safety
• Strategy & direction

What we do:

Digitalization and climate change mean organizations need to be more energy efficient and resilient to limit their impact on the environment while maintaining control of their energy spend.

At Centrica Business Solutions, we deliver integrated energy solutions that balance profitability and sustainability.

By bringing together the right combination of technologies and approaches, we help organizations get the most value from their energy and energy infrastructure, helping them solve their energy challenges and harness new opportunities in a changing world. As an Energy Service Company (ESCO), our broad portfolio includes:

• Energy Efficiency Solutions
• Solar and Energy Storage
• Electric vehicle and battery storage solutions

Our benefits and perks:

At Centrica Business Solutions, we ensure you are supported and valued. To help do this, we offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Some of our benefits & perks include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• HSA, with company match
• FSA/DCA
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k), with company match
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Fitness Reward Program
• Employee Training and Development Opportunities
• Casual attire with professional and fun work environments
• Flexible/hybrid work opportunities
• Fungineering (We Engineer the Fun!)

The US base salary range for this full-time position is [$95,000-$115,000 + bonus + benefits]. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and expectations during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, commission, or benefits.

Centrica Business Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices