Engineer, Development Engineering (Wind) at Intersect Power

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Renewable Energy, Clean Energy, Wind Energy, Solar, Energy StorageIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, and have at least 3 years of experience in development engineering, particularly within the renewable energy sector. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in power system modeling and simulation tools. Familiarity with wind turbine technology and project development processes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

The Engineer, Development Engineering will conduct early-stage due diligence, power plant design, optimization & analytics, and manage internal/external stakeholder expectations across multiple renewable projects, collaborating with various teams including Engineering, Development, GIS, Real Estate, Permitting, Construction, Finance, and Operations. They will support project development from concept to completion, identifying and mitigating design, budget, and schedule risks, and will contribute to site design management from early due diligence through Issued for Construction. Additionally, the Engineer will provide support during the procurement, construction, and operation phases of projects, managing consultants and collaborating closely with EPC partners and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Power Plant Design

Site Design

Due Diligence

Project Optimization

Analytics

Stakeholder Management

GIS

EPC Management

Procurement

Construction Management

Permitting

Real Estate

Intersect Power

Develops and operates clean energy projects

About Intersect Power

Intersect Power focuses on creating large-scale clean energy projects that aim to significantly reduce carbon emissions. The company develops, constructs, and operates renewable energy infrastructure, primarily solar power plants, and sells the generated electricity to various clients, including businesses and government entities, through structured agreements known as offtakes. This model provides a stable revenue stream by ensuring energy is sold at predetermined prices. Intersect Power stands out from competitors due to its innovative approach to integrating clean electricity into the economy and its recognition in the Sustainability category of Fast Company's 2024 World Changing Ideas Awards. The company's goal is to redefine the clean energy industry and contribute to deep decarbonization efforts to combat climate change.

Beaverton, OregonHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$7,309MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Energy, Social ImpactIndustries

201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation

Parental Leave

Mental Health Support

Family Planning Benefits

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Risks

Dependence on large clients like Google poses revenue risks.

Rapid expansion may strain financial resources and cause cash flow issues.

Competitive landscape intensification could impact market share and pricing power.

Differentiation

Intersect Power integrates clean electricity into the broader economy innovatively.

The company has a pipeline of 3.2GWDC solar and storage projects for 2023.

Intersect Power operates in both retail and wholesale energy markets.

Upsides

Google's $800m investment boosts Intersect Power's clean energy initiatives.

Federal incentives from the Inflation Reduction Act enhance project financial viability.

Advancements in solar panel efficiency improve project profitability.

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