Development Engineer

Overview In this role you design and engineer utility-scale PV and battery energy storage projects in early development, supporting cost estimates and site layouts. You will work with cross-functional teams to draft plant designs and evaluate project feasibility. You help translate technical data into practical solutions while coordinating internal resources for civil and geotechnical work. Your contributions enable successful permitting, interconnection, and RFP responses, shaping AES West region project delivery. This is a mission-driven opportunity to advance large-scale renewable projects in a collaborative, growth-focused environment. Compensation / Benefitsmedical, dental, and vision coveragelife insurance401(k) eligibilitypaid time off (vacation, sick leave, parental leave) ResponsibilitiesDevelop preliminary plant designs, site layouts, and single-line diagrams for greenfield, M&A, and RFP-support projectsSelect primary equipment (inverters, PV modules, batteries, trackers) based on site conditions and schedulesModel energy production and battery dispatch using PVsyst and Solar FarmerPerform site evaluations and technical due diligence on third-party estimates and dataSupport pricing, cost estimation, and value engineering with internal teamsContribute to process and design tool improvements for more accurate cost estimatesAttend site safety walks and maintain safety certificationsCoordinate with cross-functional teams and potentially serve as lead project engineer Key requirements3+ years in energy system design or consultingProficiency with PVsyst, Solar Farmer, SAM, and AutoCADStrong communication and cross-functional collaboration skillsSelf-starter able to work remotely or in distributed teamsAbility to manage third-party consultants, vendors, and internal stakeholdersProficient in MS Officestrong communicationinterpersonal skillsself-motivationPV system designBESS system designenergy production modeling