Solar Utility Interconnection Coordinator

Key Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:

• Interconnection & Compliance
• Own the end-to-end utility interconnection process for solar battery projects.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date knowledge of interconnection standards and technical requirements for each utility territory.
• Ensure all applications are submitted, tracked, and completed in a timely manner to avoid project delays and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Utility & Regulatory Relationship Management
• Serve as the primary liaison between the company and utility providers across all service areas.
• Build and maintain strong, professional relationships with utility contacts, inspectors, and relevant stakeholders.
• Represent the company in meetings, working groups, and discussions related to utility rules, grid programs, and regulatory changes.
• Rebate and Incentive Program Administration
• Research, track participation in local, state, and utility-level solar and battery incentive programs.
• Ensure compliance with program requirements and maximize rebate and incentive opportunities for customers and the business.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with the Sales, Operations, Engineering, and Customer Experience teams to align project timelines with utility requirements.
• Provide internal guidance on utility policies and regulatory changes that may impact project design, pricing, or execution.
• Reporting & Continuous Improvement
• Develop and maintain dashboards or reporting tools to monitor utility application status and performance metrics.
• Identify process gaps and implement best practices to reduce cycle times and increase approval rates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Energy, Public Policy, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3 years of experience in utility coordination, solar interconnection, or regulatory affairs within the clean energy industry.
• Strong knowledge of utility interconnection processes, particularly for solar PV and battery storage systems.
• Experience working with rebate/incentive programs (e.g., NEM, SGIP, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-territory utility processes and applications.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in CRM, project management tools, and utility interconnection portals.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with both residential and commercial solar storage projects.
• Existing utility or regulatory relationships in relevant service territories.
• Knowledge of grid programs, demand response, and DER integration policies.