We are looking for a Sr. Development Engineer to support utility-scale solar and energy storage projects through technical due diligence, system design, energy production modeling, and performance optimization. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with utility-scale solar PV and battery energy storage systems (BESS), strong PVsyst modeling skills, and a background in renewable energy project development.
Job Title: Sr. Development Engineer Location: Houston, TX (onsite) Job Type: Permanent / Direct Hire
Responsibilities
Evaluate potential project sites for technical feasibility, design constraints, and development risks
Prepare preliminary system layouts and engineering assessments for solar and energy storage projects
Develop energy generation forecasts and analyze actual system performance
Assess site conditions, terrain, shading, and other factors affecting energy output
Recommend design improvements to enhance system efficiency and project economics
Support project planning, acquisition evaluations, and early-stage engineering activities
Develop technical documentation and engineering requirements for contractor selection and project execution
Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to resolve technical issues and maintain project schedules
Review engineering submissions and follow up on outstanding technical questions
Research new technologies and contribute to improvements in engineering practices and project delivery
Requirements
Education – Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Physics, or a related technical field
Solar Engineering – 5+ years of experience in utility-scale solar development, engineering consulting, system design, or renewable energy performance analysis; hands-on experience evaluating solar PV systems and battery energy storage projects, including design reviews and energy yield assessments; strong understanding of system optimization, site assessment, shading analysis, and solar project economics
Energy Modeling – Strong experience with PVsyst for energy production forecasting and performance analysis
Solar Design Tools – Familiarity with HelioScope, PVcase, PlantPredict, SIFT, or AutoCAD preferred
Project Experience – Exposure to project development, technical due diligence, contractor coordination, or engineering procurement processes preferred
Communication – Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to different audiences
Computer Skills – Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Work Style – Self-driven, detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple assignments while working with diverse teams
Travel – Ability to travel occasionally to project sites, including remote locations, as needed
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Alternative Energyunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
AutoCADunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Due Diligenceunmatched
Economicsunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Energy Modelingunmatched
Engineering Consultingunmatched
Environmental Designunmatched
Forecastingunmatched
Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Analysisunmatched
Performance Modelingunmatched
Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
Physicsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Productivity Managementunmatched
Project Designunmatched
Project Developmentunmatched
Project Evaluationunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Project Scheduleunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Shadingunmatched
Site Evaluationunmatched
Solar Engineeringunmatched
Solar Powerunmatched
Systems Analysisunmatched
Systems Engineeringunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Researchunmatched
Technical Writingunmatched
Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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