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Sr Utility-scale Development Associate

Location(s): 

Austin, TX, US, 78701


RWE Americas, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Project Development
Remuneration: Exempt

 

The Senior Utility Scale Development Associate at RWE Americas is responsible for initiating, developing, and acquiring utility-scale Solar, Wind and Energy Storage projects in the US and Canada. The Development group in the south focuses on ERCOT, SPP and the MISO markets. The development manager will play a key roles in delivering renewable energy projects in alignment with RWE’s strategy in North America.

 

 Responsibilities:

  • Support the greenfielding and development of utility-scale Solar, Wind and Energy Storage projects; including site due diligence, securing land control agreements, environmental and permitting, interconnection, engineering & pre-construction, energy yield, tax abatements, power marketing, and tax equity financing
  • As required, assist more experienced developers working on specific project workstreams
  • Understand the key drivers for project’s financial attractiveness and identify best locations in collaboration with RWE’s commercial and technical teams
  • Support the creation and maintenance of project budgets and schedules
  • Support the due diligence of project acquisitions, in collaboration with RWE’s M&A team
  • Support the preparation of management presentation as well as internal approval processes

 

 Job Requirements and Experiences: 

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM, business/economics, or relevant fields. Advanced degree is a plus
  • Minimum of 3 years of work experience specific to project development or adjacent areas within the power sector is an advantage (e.g. market analysis, transmission & interconnection, PPA marketing, electrical engineering, environmental analysis, M&A…)
  • Structured and organized, able to manage multiple projects at the same time
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, interpersonal skills, attention to detail and work ethic
  • Proven track record of managing complex projects in the infrastructure space
  • Strong knowledge in key areas, including energy markets, prospecting, real estate development, interconnection, permitting, environmental, project engineering, construction management
  • Exceptional project management skills
  • Demonstrated desire to learn about the Company and the renewables space
  • Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams
  • Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deliverables

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. RWE Americas is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time.

 

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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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.

RWE Americas, a subsidiary of RWE, is a US-based energy company that is helping to meet the growing demand for energy across the United States. Backed by RWE’s 125-year global legacy of managing diverse power assets, RWE Americas operates approximately 13 GW of power projects across 27 states. With a talented workforce of 2,000 employees, RWE Americas develops, constructs and operates wind, solar and battery storage projects, along with natural gas-powered generation, that safely deliver affordable, reliable electricity to our customers. Committed to responsible development, RWE Americas invests in local and rural communities, creating jobs and partnering with stakeholders to support and strengthen the places where we live and work. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG). Learn more about how RWE Americas is generating impact at americas.rwe.com.

At RWE Americas, we foster a culture defined by our Essential Behaviors - Have Courage, Create Impact and Actively Collaborate. We encourage bold thinking and continuous learning, and we value ownership, resilience and inclusion in everything we do. When you join us, you become part of a team that supports your development, respects your contributions and celebrates shared success. This is a place where you can grow your career and make a meaningful difference.
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