Manager, Interconnection

Copia Power (“Copia”) is an energy transition company committed to developing, constructing and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. Copia is actively developing more than 15 GW of renewable energy generation and storage capacity and 12 GW of data center and industrial load. Copia is backed by Carlyle, one of the world’s largest global investment firms. 

At Copia, we pride ourselves on a culture where sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the environment, and we believe that achieving this goal requires not just hard work but also enjoying the journey. Our team thrives on connectivity, fostering strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Together, we combine passion and playfulness to drive progress and make a difference. 

Job Description: 

Copia is seeking a Manager, Interconnection to manage generation interconnection requests, coordinate application and study processes, and lead interconnection agreement negotiations, as well as support facility construction for renewable energy projects in the US. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and leading all aspects of the generation interconnection process and related engineering for solar, energy storage, and natural gas projects. This role requires extensive knowledge of FERC large generator interconnection processes and tariff requirements, experience supporting early-stage development of utility scale interconnection projects and GIA negotiations/executions, and familiarity with interconnection and power flow studies.

The Manager, Interconnection will report directly to the Director of Transmission & Interconnection, working closely with Copia’s asset management, energy markets, legal, and finance teams in an individual contributor capacity.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage, coordinate, and lead the generation interconnection process for utility scale solar, energy storage, and natural gas projects, including pre-application feasibility analysis, interconnection application submission, interconnection study & agreement processes, communicating study results, and EPC milestone management.
• Provide responses and analysis to internal site selection processes to determine feasible transmission locations to apply for interconnection, timed and coordinated to support queue application open windows
• Request and coordinate application technical packages prepared by transmission consulting engineers
• Submit interconnection applications to ISOs/Utilities
• Ensure timely execution of study agreement and payment of deposits and study fees
• Track executions of queue milestones such as:
• • Scoping meetings
  • Deficiency corrections
  • Study agreement execution and funding
  • Study results meetings
  • Generator Interconnection Agreement negotiation and execution
  • GIA Milestone tracking and execution

• Coordinate with utilities, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to obtain interconnection approvals.
• Participate in ISO/PTO Generation Interconnection and other stakeholder forums, including informing executive management of industry changes and trends.
• Coordinate with Land Acquisition, Engineering, Permitting, EPC, and Operations teams to develop a strong pipeline of solar, energy storage, and natural gas projects
• Provide interconnection support for project acquisition and financing activities
• Provide coordination support for co-location of generation projects with data center campuses
• Support development and maintenance of company tracking tools
• Ensures all milestones are kept up to date in company tracking tools
• Manage consultant and other service provider activities, including work order approvals

 What We Look For: 

• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence.
• Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization.
• Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors.
• Resourcefulness and polite persistence. 

 Minimum Qualifications: 

• 5 years’ professional experience, preferably in the renewable energy industry
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel
• Experience with project management software
• Ability to work in the Dana Point, CA, Salt Lake City, UT, Phoenix, AZ, or Lake Oswego office a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Compensation:  

At Copia, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience. This role may also be eligible for benefits, performance bonuses, and other perks. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.     

Our Benefits:   

At Copia, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can be their true selves every day. Our commitment extends to providing comprehensive benefits to all employees, such as:  

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage (with no premiums) 
• Company contribution to 401(k) plans 
• Annual bonus eligibility 
• Flexible work hours 
• Unlimited paid time off for a healthy work-life balance 
• Paid holidays to celebrate and recharge 
• Wellness and cell phone credits to support personal well-being 
• Life and AD&D insurance for peace of mind 
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support 
• Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company  

We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusivity and offering these benefits, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.  

About Copia:

Copia Power (“Copia”), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com.   

At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.