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Development Engineering Manager
$140,000 - $160,000 + 25% Bonus
Energy Storage
US
Chicago, IL, USA
Permanent
Hybrid

Development Engineering Manager (Solar & BESS)

Hybrid - Chicago, IL

$140,000 - $160,000 + 25% Bonus

 

Piper Maddox is partnered with a Renewable Services business who is at the forefront of the energy transition. They focus on renewable asset due diligence, development, construction, and operations, offering expertise in technical, commercial, financial, compliance, and ESG management. Their projects include offshore and onshore Wind, Solar, BESS and Clean Fuels.

 

They are now looking for a Development Engineering Manager to spearhead their Solar & BESS Projects. You will be the key interface between our development partners and internal teams, driving projects from early-stage development to pre-construction.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Primary Interface: Act as the main contact between external development partners for Solar & BESS projects.
  • Strategy Development: Create strategies to move projects from early stages to pre-construction.
  • Agreement Review: Assist in reviewing interconnection agreements, permitting documents, and Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).
  • Pre-Construction Leadership: Oversee cost estimating, major equipment procurement, and EPC contracting.
  • FID Documentation: Prepare Financial Investment Decision (FID) documents, including budgets, schedules, and risk management.
  • Board Presentations: Support the Project Director with monthly board meeting presentations.

 

If you are interested in the position, please click apply with an updated copy of your resume. If you have not heard from us within 48 hours, please assume you application has been unsuccessful.

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