Development Associate

What You Can Expect

As our Development Associate, you will support the site origination and development of distributed solar and solar + storage projects for ENGIE Distributed Solar and Storage (DSS) in the United States. In this role, you will manage various tasks to facilitate land acquisition, permitting, environmental review, pre-construction, and other aspects of solar energy and storage project development, ultimately contributing to the company’s renewable energy goals and growth strategy in North America. Additionally, you will possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills, along with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining a positive and professional attitude. This position can will be based in Chicago, IL and reports to the Project Development Manager. The role offers a hybrid schedule, combining both in-office and work-from-home days.

• Oversee development of solar and storage portfolios from early to late stages, including site origination and acquisition across multiple states. Coordinate land acquisition, permitting, interconnection, real estate, and design activities
• Run financial models for portfolio analysis and future lease rates. Collaborate with internal teams to set goals and track project progress
• Build relationships with stakeholders, including customers and landowners. Facilitate meetings and attend relevant events to keep stakeholders informed
• Support RFPs, diligence for M&A opportunities, and prepare project reviews. Develop tools for tracking progress and manage third-party consultants

What Youll Bring

• You hold a Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Environmental Sciences, Economics or related field

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience working in solar and/or renewable energy or related field
• You have project management experience working on multiple projects and managing stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• You possess unimpeachable integrity and a team-first attitude
• You hold a high degree of creative problem-solving acumen, especially in the context of renewables transactions and project development
• You are proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint or CRM tools
• You have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present to diverse audiences including landowners, potential off-takers, and government officials

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy; consisting of with a minimum of three (3) days in the office
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 25% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $74,500 $109,230 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that’s not all we’re dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isnt just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, were leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community. ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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