A commercial solar EPC focused on helping businesses reduce operating costs through rooftop solar and battery energy storage solutions is looking for an Interconnection Specialist. Our work centers on commercial and industrial distributed generation projects — not utility-scale solar.
Position Summary
We are seeking a Commercial Solar Interconnection Specialist to manage utility interconnection for commercial rooftop solar and solar + storage projects ranging from approximately 50 kW to 2 MW. This role will own the interconnection process from application through approval and PTO and play a key role in keeping utility requirements, project design, and execution aligned.
The ideal candidate has experience with commercial solar interconnection, understands how battery energy storage systems (BESS) impact utility review, controls, and metering, and can work effectively with utilities, engineers, AHJs, and internal project teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage utility interconnection applications for commercial rooftop solar and solar + storage projects ranging from 50 kW to 2 MW
- Prepare, submit, and track interconnection applications through approval, construction coordination, and PTO
- Review utility requirements, study comments, and technical feedback
- Coordinate with design, engineering, and project management teams to compile required application materials, including single-line diagrams, equipment specifications, site plans, metering details, and protection information
- Serve as Buffalo Solar’s primary utility-facing point of contact for interconnection questions, RFIs, supplemental requests, study comments, and approval conditions
- Support projects that include battery storage by understanding impacts on interconnection applications, controls, metering, and utility review
- Identify utility-related risks early, including upgrade requirements, metering needs, protection requirements, and utility-specific design concerns
- Coordinate utility-facing deliverables required for commissioning, witness testing, final approvals, and PTO
- Maintain clear records of application status, utility correspondence, approval milestones, and outstanding action items across multiple active projects
- Help improve and standardize Buffalo Solar’s interconnection workflows and documentation
Qualifications
- Experience managing interconnection for commercial solar / distributed generation projects, ideally in the 50 kW to 2 MW range
- Strong understanding of utility interconnection processes, application requirements, and approval milestones
- Working knowledge of battery storage integration and how storage impacts utility applications, controls, and metering
- Solid understanding of commercial solar electrical design concepts, including single-line diagrams, point of interconnection, metering configurations, and utility-facing technical requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively with utilities, engineers, AHJs, and internal teams
- Strong project management, follow-up, and organizational skills
- High attention to detail and strong written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with commercial solar interconnection in New York and throughout the north east
- Familiarity with supplemental review, protection requirements, utility witness testing, and PTO / closeout documentation
- Ability to review electrical drawings and discuss technical design details with confidence
We are an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Our Story
At Buffalo Solar, our mission is bold and crystal clear, power 1,000 businesses with clean, reliable solar energy by 2035.
We specialize in commercial and industrial rooftop solar solutions that help companies cut operating costs, lock in predictable energy expenses, and meet long-term sustainability goals. Every project we deliver is designed to perform as a true business asset, driving savings, stability, and growth for decades to come.
Founded in Buffalo, NY, Buffalo Solar was built from the ground up by Founder and CEO, Tyler Uebelhoer. With more than a decade of experience as an electrician and construction professional, Tyler recognized solar as the industry where he could make the biggest impact, not just for businesses, but for the economy and communities of Western New York. What started in his South Buffalo living room in 2015 has evolved into a modern solar development and EPC company serving organizations across New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Jersey, and beyond.
Over the past 10 years, Buffalo Solar has grown from a local startup into a trusted regional partner, yet our approach remains hands-on and personal. From the first consultation through post-installation support, we stay closely connected to every client to ensure their system is reliable, efficient, and built for long-term value.
We care so deeply about the businesses we serve that we developed our own in-house 15-Year Peace of Mind Warranty, providing unmatched protection that separates us from the rest of the industry.
Our vision is ambitious but simple, 1,000 businesses powered by Buffalo Solar by 2035. We have already come a long way from our beginnings in Western New York, and we are just getting started.
CAREERS AT BUFFALO SOLAR
If you have a great work ethic, think well on your feet and you’re great with people, Buffalo Solar may be a great career move.
Maybe you’ve been told you’re a super hero of installation or that you have better customer service skills than that gecko on the insurance company commercials, we’re a place where dedication and hard work pays off.
Personal attributes we’re looking for:
- A keen eye for detail and more timely than a Swiss watch
- Stops at nothing to make sure the customer is happy
- Shows care and concern for the work you do and the people you work with
- Ability to take constructive criticism in stride and apply to improving
- Desire to grow personally and professionally
