Development Engineer

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities.

Project Development Engineer –Bristol (Hybrid Working)

Job Description:

With our ongoing success in business growth, we are expanding our Project Development team and have a new opportunity for a Project Development Engineer to join us in the development of engineering solutions for a wide range of clean technologies and renewable projects. The successful candidate will lead work assignments covering all technical analysis and project development deliverables for our customers in both public and private sectors. This involves on-site energy audit, project outline design and scope of work development, techno-economic assessment, coordination with stakeholders, liaising with technical specialist and sub-contractors, report writing and presentation. The ideal candidate must have a good level of engineering expertise, possess strong technical lead development skills, have a sound track record in developing successful energy and renewable projects, and be willing to travel nationwide. The role will be Bristol based with hybrid working available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume overall responsibility for the development of all aspects of the High Level Assessments (HLA) and Investment Grade Proposals (IGP)
• Carry out energy audits and site surveys at potential customer sites to identify and develop opportunities for technical solutions including, but not limited to, energy conservation measures (ECM) and renewables
• Develop engineering outline design including equipment sizing and layout, system performance and operation parameter, control philosophy, outline system drawings, constructability assessment, risk assessment, and project programmes
• Conduct feasibility studies, techno-economic analysis and energy modelling including EPC, PPA and EaaS across various renewables and clean technologies
• Produce outline engineering work package and scope of work document for contractor to provide pricing
• Prepare project capital cost, energy savings calculations and financial evaluations of proposed ECMs
• Liaise with client stakeholders and attend regular client project meetings
• Exhibit comprehensive engineering knowledge and understanding of entire project terms and technical requirements
• Preparation of technical reports, presentation and all project supporting documentation detailing buildings, building systems, data analysis results and energy savings opportunities
• Assist in improving operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Deliver other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Engineering degree, or equivalent preferably in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical
• Achieved or working towards chartered engineer status
• Minimum 4 years of experience working in energy engineering, renewables, or decarbonisation
• Strong understanding of engineering principles associated with building services
• Demonstrated lead development skills including the ability to building project scopes and assess constructability of systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite in particular Excel, Word, & PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Experience working on UK Public Sector Tender Frameworks including PSDS, ReFiT, LHC, Essentia, CEF, and SNDEE advantageous
• Experience of GIS Analysis and Wind advantageous

Personal Attributes:

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, confident and have a flexible approach to work. They will be customer focused, passionate about energy engineering, renewable energy and decarbonisation.  They should be able to demonstrate good organisational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work under pressure and complete within deadlines. Proven ability to manage and complete complex engineering projects in a timely, cost-effective and customer focused manner. The job requires the willingness to travel across the UK and abroad, while based in Bristol office on a hybrid basis.

All applicants must be eligible to legally work in the UK.

An award-winning industry leader, AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including company pension and incentive plans.

 Driven by a high-calibre workforce, Ameresco is a leading clean technology integrator and renewable asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive services include energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions throughout North America and Europe. Our renewable energy assets and customer projects have delivered a cumulative carbon offset equivalent to over 60 million metric tons of carbon dioxide since going public in 2010. 

Grounded in our C.A.R.I.N.G. values and guided by our Environmental, Social and Governance practices, we are proud of our engaging workplace with a host of competitive benefits and wellness programs. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver best-in-class solutions with a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. In pursuit of energizing a sustainable world, our people and purpose set Ameresco apart.

Help shape the future of energy by working for an award-winning team, honoured to be recognized by agencies including Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation and Forbes for our company culture, industry leadership, and client projects. Ameresco is fuelled by a dynamic team that embraces diversity, career development opportunities, and most importantly, employees driven by doing well by doing good.

An award-winning industry leader, AMERESCO challenges the brightest, most talented and creative individuals in the industry by providing an environment that embraces initiative, diversity, and achievement along with comprehensive rewards, including company pension and incentive plans.