Interconnection Associate

New Energy Equity • Roseville, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

In this role, you will work alongside members of the project development team to support the advancement of potential solar projects through providing support efforts with interconnection, permitting and land acquisition establishing a baseline knowledge of the community solar industry. Candidates should be self-driven with a desire to learn quickly in a fast-paced work environment and comfortable interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

• Computer skills, including, Microsoft Office Suite Skills (i.e. Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint), ability to leverage AI tools, and familiarity with Salesforce or similar CRM software plus.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a variety of people in changing situations.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects.
• Candidates may be subject to assessment of skills, job match, or aptitude.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

Nice To Haves

• Passionate about renewable energy and the potential of solar power.
• Interest in learning the ins and outs of land development for renewable energy.
• Establishing a baseline knowledge of the community solar industry.
• Self-driven with a desire to learn quickly in a fast-paced work environment.
• Comfortable interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administrative tasks across the Development team.
• Contribute to weekly departmental meetings.
• Evaluate hosting capacity, utility application queues, and available grid data to identify trends and potential project locations.
• Prepare and submit pre-application requests and update CRM tools with utility feedback and results.
• Support the preparation and submission of forms and exhibits to multiple utilities for project interconnection applications.
• Update the company’s CRM database with project development information, including queue position, study phases, deposit and payment due dates, and study results.
• Evaluate projects brought to the company for interconnection viability using utility resources and environmental considerations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support preliminary assessment findings.

Benefits

• Proud subsidiary of ALLETE
• Leading the charge in transforming the energy landscape with innovative solar solutions
• Top player in the renewable energy sector
• Successfully developed over 600MW of solar projects
• Closed more than $1.2 billion in clean energy investments
• Projects deliver sustainable electricity to a wide range of clients, including commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers
• Dynamic and engaging work environment
• Teamwork, continuous learning, and environmental stewardship are at the core of what we do
• Inclusive and collaborative culture encourages creativity and innovation
• Office is a place where every idea is valued, and growth is a priority
• Passionate team that drives the clean energy future
• Enjoys celebrating our successes together
• Over 250 projects across the U.S.
• Supportive atmosphere ensures a balanced work-life dynamic
• Fun, fulfilling career path
• Forward-thinking company where contributions are celebrated
• Professional development is supported
• Equal opportunity employer
• All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed