Interconnection Manager

ABOUT THE ROLE

Clēnera is a tier‑one developer and independent power producer located in Boise, Idaho, and is the U.

S. subsidiary of Enlight Renewable Energy (Nasdaq: ENLT).

We develop, finance, construct, own, and operate utility‑scale solar and energy storage facilities throughout the United States.

In its 2025 analysis of solar independent power producers, S&P Global ranked Clēnera as a top ten U.

S. owner of planned installations in the next five years.

Clēnera has over 1.9 GW of solar and 5.1 GWh of storage in operations or construction, and a development pipeline totaling 17.8 GW of solar and 51.1 GWh of storage across 23 states.

Our company culture is at the core of everything we do, so you’ll regularly find Caring, Committed, and Courageous individuals who value respectful, cross‑functional collaboration with partners internally and externally.

With our tremendous portfolio growth, we are increasing our headcount to meet the demands of the business.

Are you ready to change the world with us?

• WHAT YOU’LL DO
• Manage assigned projects through the interconnection study process by identifying milestone requirements, tracking deadlines, coordinating stakeholder inputs, and ensuring required deliverables are completed, reviewed, and submitted on time to maintain project progression.
• Support LGIA negotiation and execution.
• Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of generation interconnection business practices, tariff language, and interconnection process frameworks.
• Review, summarize, and communicate project interconnection study results.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and develop strong working relationships with external interconnection stakeholders including utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and transmission providers.
• Build, maintain, and regularly update project interconnection records in company systems.
• Lead cross‑functional coordination for the submission of materials required for project interconnection activities, from interconnection application through interconnection agreement.
• Assist with the coordination of payment requests and financial security issuance necessary to support interconnection activities.
• Serve as the interconnection subject matter expert to support RFP responses, offtake discussions, financing diligence, etc.
• Maintain strong organization and accountability across project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Demonstrates the Clēnera Core Values of Caring, Committed, and Courageous.
• Other duties as assigned.
• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, finance, economics, or related field.

• Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in the power generation industry, including;
• Minimum of 3 years of experience supporting transmission‑level interconnections for utility‑scale projects.
• Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, and an ability to learn company‑specific software programs, tools, and processes.

• Skills/Attributes

• Demonstrated knowledge of generator interconnection processes in U.

S. energy markets with direct experience in one or more ISO/RTO or vertically integrated utility regions, including but not limited to WECC, CAISO, SPP, MISO, PJM, SERC, or ERCOT.

• Ability to manage milestones, deadlines, and deliverables across multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify risks, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical next steps.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain accurate project records, milestone tracking, and documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Advanced degree in engineering, business, finance, economics, or related field.
• Strong understanding of electric power systems, transmission grid infrastructure, and utility‑scale renewable energy technologies.
• Understanding of generator interconnection modeling requirements and applicable NERC modeling standards.
• Proficiency with task tracking, project management, and collaboration tools, such as Asana, Microsoft Lists, Smartsheet, Share Point, or similar platforms.

BENEFITS

• Clēnera pays 100% of employee and dependent premiums for a suite of medical, dental, and vision coverages.
• Hybrid Work Environment
• HSA and FSA Plans Available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, and AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Public Holidays)
• Incentive Pay and RSU Plans

Recruiting agencies, we are not currently accepting unsolicited referrals for this or any open role. We will not pay any fee associated with unsolicited referrals.

At Clēnera, LLC, we’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other basis protected by state or federal law.

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