Interconnection Account Manager (Senior or Lead)

Important Application Submission Information In order to ensure your application is successfully received before the job posting expires, please submit your application by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. Job Summary This unique position will join our Renewable Integration team with primary responsibility to interconnect utility scale generation to Duke Energy's transmission system toward achieving the company's modernization goals. Employees at this level manage multiple facets and solve complex issues related to the interconnection lifecycle including any of the following focus areas: interconnection studies, contracts, construction, operational support, and customer interfacing, in one or more jurisdictions. Incumbents are expected to enhance skills, counterparty relationships and the ability to work with increased independence toward becoming a subject matter expert in the interconnection field. They have knowledge of multiple interconnection concepts and share information regarding applicable procedures with others. Typical interconnection requests are for solar, energy storage, or uprates of existing generation. This position regularly interfaces with Legal, Project Management, Grid Planning, Model Integration & Data Governance, Tariff Administration, and Business Controls. Responsibilities Prepares, executes, and enforces interconnection agreements between the transmission provider and the interconnection customer Ensures compliance with the applicable FERC or state interconnection procedures Develops and maintains relationships with interconnection customers to achieve successful outcomes for the Company and the interconnection customer Manages generator interconnection requests through their lifecycle from intake through post commercial operation Ensures business goals and objectives are achieved through effective planning, organization and milestone management Prepares thorough and accurate interconnection reports, contracts, and documentation Strives to continually improve interconnection business processes, procedures, and performance Gains interconnection management system proficiency

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This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below. Senior Interconnection Account Manager Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, or Other Related Degree 6 years related work experience In lieu of Bachelors degree(s) AND 6 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 9 year(s) related work experience Lead Interconnection Account Manager Bachelors degree in Business, Engineering, or Other Related Degree 8 years related work experience In lieu of Bachelors degree(s) AND 8 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 12 year(s) related work experience Desired Qualifications Masters degree in Engineering or Business Administration Professional Engineer and/or Project Management Professional Experience preparing and managing contracts with 3rd parties Working knowledge of FERC and/or State interconnection procedures Electric utility experience working in transmission or distribution Additional Preferred Qualifications Good written and interpersonal communication skills. Problem solving, project management and implementation skills. Working Conditions Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility. Mostly office, some site visits Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility Current Duke Energy Employees Current employees should utilize the internal career page to apply for available job postings Job Alerts Learn how to set up job alerts here. Future Interest Stay connected with Duke Energy by joining our Talent Community. Share your information and take the first step towards a brighter future with us! My Applications Check on the status of your application on your Candidate Home page. Need Assistance? View a step-by-step application guide for assistance in completing the process. Contact our team for questions on our hiring process. Diversity & Inclusion Read about our commitment to supporting a diverse and inclusive workforce. About Duke Energy Terms of Use Brighter opportunities. Brighter futures. Duke Energy values ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we're dedicated to providing a work environment where all people are valued, respected and able to reach their full potential. Duke Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or protected veteran status. Duke Energy complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination. Privacy California Consumer Privacy Statement Duke Energy Notice to

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