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K&A Power Group is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.
We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Application Coordinator to join our team at K&A Power Group in Bangor, Maine. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. Youll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:

• Receive, review, and validate DG interconnection applications for completeness and regulatory compliance.
• Enter, track, and maintain application data across utility systems, SharePoint, and program tracking tools.
• Monitor workflow and coordinate next steps to ensure timely movement through the interconnection process.
• Prepare and issue customer communications such as deficiency notices, approval letters, and milestone updates.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for applicants, installers, internal engineering teams, and program stakeholders.
• Provide timely, clear updates regarding application status and required next steps.
• Collaborate with engineering, planning, metering, and field operations to support project progression.
• Maintain accurate and organized documentation for audits and regulatory reporting.
• Follow established DG program procedures, workflows, and quality control requirements.
• Support continuous process improvement and contribute to workflow enhancements.
• Ensure all work aligns with utility standards, interconnection procedures, and state regulatory requirements.
• Assist with the preparation of performance metrics, dashboards, and program reporting.
• Use Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) to prepare reports, manage data, and maintain documentation.
• Maintain organized digital files in accordance with records management policies.
• Support data entry, billing coordination, and project milestone tracking.
• Assist in coordinating internal meetings, applicant discussions, and program reviews.

What were looking for:

• Bachelors degree preferred
• Experience supporting utility, engineering, energy, or projectrelated work preferred.
• Familiarity with Distributed Generation or Distributed Energy Resources programs strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and documentation streams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customerfocused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to follow structured processes, procedures, and regulatory workflows with attention to detail.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross functional teams and external stakeholders

Pay Range $62,000- $66,000/year

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: Weve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance