What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate of Solar Development position at Soltage?
Overview :
Soltage is a leader in the development, financing, and operation of distributed utility-scale solar, storage and solar storage assets for commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers across the United States. Soltage has developed more than 125 solar energy projects, with more than 600 MW total distributed generating capacity in operation or under construction and invested over $1.5 billion to date into the US clean energy sector.
Position Expectations :
Soltage is seeking an Associate of Development to join its Solar and Solar Storage Team. As a junior team member, the Associate of Development will be exposed to all aspects of Solar and Solar Storage project development, including site control, permitting, interconnection and offtake, as well as preparing projects for financing and construction. The Associate of Development will also work on new target markets as part of Soltage’s expansion plans. Some travel is expected. This position is an excellent opportunity to commence a career in the Renewable Energy industry but is also an opportunity for career change (e.g., moving from a Legal or Engineering background into a Business Development role, or from Real Estate into Renewable Energy).
Specific Job Functions :
- Engage with development partners and vendors supplying resources during project development and manage their deliverables.
- Assist team and participate in site visits for prospective solar projects, work with landowners to lease sites.
- Attend public meetings to achieve state and local project approvals.
- Input project parameters for financial modeling purposes. Assist members of the development team in day-to-day
- tasks, resulting in acquiring the skills and knowledge to take the lead on developing successful solar projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience and Education Requirements :
Location :
To apply, send your resume to HR@soltage.com with the subject line “Development Associate”.
Soltage is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination.
About Soltage :
Soltage is a leader in the development, financing, and operation of distributed scale solar and storage assets for commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers across the United States. Soltage has developed more than 125 solar energy projects to-date, with more than 500 MW total distributed generating capacity in operation or under construction and invested over $1.5 Billion to date into the US clean energy sector. Soltage is backed by Igneo Infrastructure Partners, a global infrastructure investment manager, and is headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey.