Energy Interconnection Coordinator

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States New Leaf Energy, LLC Full time
About the Role

New Leaf Energy is a leading clean energy developer that partners with landowners, policymakers, and other stakeholders to accelerate the transition to a world powered by renewable energy. Our team is responsible for identifying high-value sites, working with landowners and local communities to develop them, and partnering with long-term asset owners to bring the most impactful clean energy projects to life.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 active interconnection applications across multiple utilities and service territories.
  • Coordinate interconnection activities, including direct utility RFIs to internal parties and management of internal response to performance and lead time targets.
  • Lead biweekly utility status meetings and facilitate interconnection application submittals with internal Engineering and Project Development teams.
  • Coordinate signatures, approvals, and payments for applications, impact studies, and interconnection agreements.
  • Develop and maintain a consistent record as each project navigates the interconnection process.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for all utility communications.
Requirements
  • 2-4 years of relevant experience, with preference given to those with energy experience or utility experience.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering, Policy, Finance, Business, Environmental Science, Project Management preferred).
  • Good project management, reporting, and technical skills, preferably in Salesforce and Smartsheet/Microsoft Project.
  • Excitement about growing along with a fast-paced, dynamic company; comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to build, experiment, and iterate when the path forward is undefined.
What We Offer
  • Market-competitive base salary, plus above-market variable compensation, plus an equity-like program that allows all employees to experience the benefits of ownership.
  • A flexible work environment that places significant responsibility in independent teams and creates opportunities for innovation and personal growth.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision, a 401k plan with immediate vesting and a company match, and professional development and education assistance.

New Leaf Energy values the diverse perspectives, skills, experiences, and contributions of all employees. We want all our employees to feel like they belong and are empowered to be their most authentic selves at work. We're actively committed to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive environment not only within our own organization but also within the clean energy industry.



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