Senior Engineer, Project Development M&A

Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC

. Conduct desktop site assessments for potential acquisition and divestiture projects to inform project capacity, energy, engineering risks, and constructability risks .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $138,000 - $194,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project development and engineering design within the renewable energy sector, with a strong focus on permitting, cost estimating, and project management. Proficient in utilizing engineering tools and technologies to optimize project outcomes and ensure compliance with industry standards.

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Project Development EngineeringRenewable Energy Industry ExperienceAutoCAD ProficiencyStrong Project Management SkillsPE License Preferred

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Hard Skills

Engineering DesignCost EstimatingPermitting ProcessesTechnical Documentation InterpretationProject SchedulingProcurement KnowledgeEngineering EconomicsQuality ControlPerformance OptimizationSite Assessment

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAbility to Manage PrioritiesTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADPVsystPlantPredictPVFarmOpenwindMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

PE License Preferred

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyM&A ProcessesBuilding CodesIBCASCE 7NECWind Turbine TechnologySolar Module TechnologyEnergy Storage SystemsProject Financial Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct desktop site assessments for potential acquisition and divestiture projects to inform project capacity, energy, engineering risks, and constructability risks
Diligence data rooms for potential project acquisitions
Prepare data rooms with engineering documentation for potential divestitures
Collaborate with M&A Managers, Project Development, and Finance teams to advance transactions
Prepare or manage preliminary site layouts
Provide energy prediction reports with the performance engineering team
Assess and anticipate engineering deliverable needs, including surveys, geotechnical and hydrology reports, conceptual grading and drainage plans, and preliminary collection, substation, civil, and structural designs
Provide engineering and technical input to permitting, power purchase agreements, interconnect agreements, financial modeling, and other project development activities
Prepare engineering quantities and information for project budgets and schedules
Represent LRE in M&A, development, permitting, and origination meetings on engineering and technical issues
Lead multiple projects simultaneously and manage competing priorities to meet submittal dates
Gather engineering scopes, exhibits, and site design criteria for RFPs
Review designs and calculations for quality control, performance optimization, and cost reduction
Meet with external consultants and contractors to discuss design options, address concerns, and support contract negotiations
Conduct site visits for site evaluations
Assist in creating and reviewing site constraints maps
Stay current on wind turbine, solar module, solar inverter, and energy storage technology, offerings, and suppliers
Contribute to engineering standard creation
Coordinate with subject matter experts to identify long-lead procurement items
Maintain accurate project documentation and keep stakeholders informed
Transfer engineering knowledge and project risks to the execution-team project engineer during pre-construction
Guide and train junior-level engineers
Report to the Director of Project Engineering within the Project Construction Management Organization
Sit for long periods and occasionally lift boxes weighing up to twenty pounds

Requirements

What you’ll need

4-Year Bachelors Engineering Degree
6+ years of relevant technical experience including project development, permitting, conceptual and detailed engineering design, project engineering, scope preparation, scheduling, cost estimating, procurement, and contracts
5+ years development engineering experience in renewable energy industry
Proficient in some of the following: AutoCAD, PVsyst, PlantPredict, PVFarm, Openwind, and other automated layout/optimization tools
Understanding of M&A, project development, cost estimating and permitting processes
Knowledge of project commercial issues and project financial analysis
Strong project management skills
Proficient knowledge of engineering economics and optimization process
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Organized with the ability to simultaneously oversee multiple development projects
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization, as well as outside customers and vendors
Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs
Ability to manage priorities in a complex and dynamic environment
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation and drawings and other common specifications
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and possession of a valid driver's license
Deep technical knowledge of PV, wind, and storage power plant systems and equipment
Strong knowledge in procurement and construction processes and procedures
Familiarity with building codes and standards including the IBC, ASCE 7, and the NEC
Obtained PE license is preferred
Willingness and ability to travel at least 25% of time
Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k)-retirement plan
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval