Interconnection Manager - Dynamic Energy

COMPANY OVERVIEW

At Dynamic Energy, we’re on a mission to bring more distributed renewable resources online across the U.S. We develop, finance, and build large-scale commercial and community solar, energy storage, and EV charging projects for our customers and partners, providing them with the financial guidance, technical expertise, and tenacity to bring these important projects online.

We’re a diverse team of professionals with decades of combined experience in solar construction and development, including SEI-trained and NABCEP-certified installers, master electricians, safety professionals, mechanical and electrical engineers, and project and construction managers. Our approach is firmly rooted in providing our customers with reliable financial and policy advice to make the most of their investments, and built on a reputation for quality, integrity, and performance. 

Dynamic Energy is a wholly owned subsidiary of Pattern Energy, a leading renewable energy committed to the sustainable development and operation of high-quality power facilities and transmission assets that bring low-cost clean energy to millions of customers. 

JOB PURPOSE

Dynamic Energy seeks an Interconnection Manager to support the development of its distributed generation pipeline.

This position reports to the Director of Interconnection and will work closely with development and EPC teams to optimize the interconnection of Dynamic’s pipeline of distributed generation projects. The Interconnection Manager will drive interconnection progress in alignment with Dynamic’s business objectives across multiple markets, leveraging their strong understanding of tariffs and relationships with utility staff while minimizing interconnection costs and delays.

The position is an opportunity to join a fast-paced, highly experienced team as it seeks growth in new markets throughout the United States. The ideal candidate will be creative, self-motivated, and passionate about clean energy interconnection at the grid’s edge. This position is a rare opportunity to join an outstanding company in a critical role that will be fundamental to its next level of growth.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Management of utility interconnection processes for Front-of-the-Meter and Behind-the-Meter DG projects from interconnection application to operation
• Evaluation of interconnection risk for new opportunities as well as later-stage projects, including interpretation of public utility queue data to inform application submission strategy
• Expertise in utility tariffs, system design, and utility technical standards
• Ownership of utility relationships and monitoring of utility performance to tariff deadlines
• Supervision of interconnection schedule and payments, including periodic updates and summaries of all active projects to management
• Skilled interpretation of technical interconnection studies and ability to distill and communicate critical insights to all stakeholders

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Work Experience 

• 3-5 years’ experience in utility interconnection

Education

• Bachelor’s degree
• Master’s degree in business or policy is preferred

Additional Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills; existing relationships with electric utility staff are a plus
• Track record of negotiations with utility staff that have improved interconnection outcomes
• Forward-thinking and undaunted by challenges of new market entry; has the drive and creativity to establish successful queue positions despite conflicting rules or gaps in policy
• Broad knowledge of distributed generation interconnection challenges and opportunities—past, present, and future
• Has the motivation and focus to distill key information from utility interconnection tariffs
• Strong technical understanding of solar and battery storage facility design and system components
• Demonstrated team player with success collaborating with internal and external stakeholders
• Skilled at time management and prioritization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Travel 

This position may be remotely based with periodic travel to the Philadelphia, PA headquarters 

The expected starting pay range for this role is $78,000 - $112,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Dynamic’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Dynamic Energy is an equal opportunity employer.  Dynamic Energy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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