Development Engineer

Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE : AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24 / 7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.

If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

The Development Engineer will be responsible for the design and engineering of utility scale solar PV and energy storage projects in early and mid-stage development. Responsibilities include design development and reviews energy models equipment specifications and design calculations to support EPC pricing estimates RFP submittals permitting applications design drafting and due diligence on greenfield and M&A project sites.

Designs will be developed optimized analyzed and reviewed utilizing PVsyst AutoCAD Civil 3D PVcase MS Office and SharePoint among other tools. The Development Engineer will be responsible for supporting the engineering design and development of utility-scale renewable energy projects. This includes coordinating with internal teams and external consultants reviewing design packages and ensuring technical accuracy throughout the development process. The successful candidate will work closely with the Sr Manager of Development Engineering to manage priorities across multiple projects and contribute to design reviews permitting support due diligence and technical assessments. Strong communication organizational and problem-solving skills are essential along with a solid foundation in renewable energy systems and project development.

The position is in Louisville CO / San Francisco CA / Houston TX / New York NY or Salt Lake City UT and may include up to 15% travel to project locations and partner offices.

Key Responsibilities

Project Development

Greenfield

• Evaluate utility-scale PV and BESS projects including constraint mapping and buildable area identification for large-scale / Mega projects
• Develop preliminary PV and BESS layouts and associated energy models
• Review system design calculations and select equipment from approved vendor list
• Support the development of up to 30% design packages (civil electrical and structural)
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal SMEs and external engineering consultants
• Ensure designs comply with applicable local state and national codes
• Optimize system configurations for performance reliability safety and cost
• Identify project risks and critical path engineering items
• Support preparation of interconnection applications and associated drawings

M&A

Pre-Construction

Engineering Innovation & Technical Support

Skills and Qualifications

Primary Qualifications

Plus Qualifications

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and / or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice : AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $96000 and $115175 / Annual; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus in addition to a full range of medical dental vision life financial and / or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department / team performance and market factors.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Electrical Designing,Hospitality Management,Mainframe,Academics,ASP.NET,Diagnostic

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1