Sr. Development Engineer
The Juno Group, Inc.•Houston, TX
•$165,000 - $185,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Sr. Development Engineer supports utility-scale solar and energy storage projects through technical due diligence, system design, energy production modeling, and performance optimization. The role requires 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. This is a permanent, direct-hire position based onsite in Houston, Texas, with occasional travel to project sites, including remote locations, as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, Renewable Energy, Physics, or a related technical field.
- 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.
- Strong experience with PVsyst for energy production forecasting and performance analysis.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to different audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Self-driven, detail-oriented, and organized, with the ability to manage multiple assignments while working with diverse teams.
- Ability to travel occasionally to project sites, including remote locations, as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with HelioScope, PVcase, PlantPredict, SIFT, or AutoCAD.
- Exposure to project development, technical due diligence, contractor coordination, or engineering procurement processes.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
