Senior 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.

Senior Project Development Engineer – Guildford/Wales (Hybrid Working)

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.

Job Description:

The successful candidate will lead the engineering development team assigned to each project, working closely with the Business Development Manager(s) on 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 on a regular basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assume overall project responsibility as a Lead Developer for the development of all technical aspects of the bid documents, High Level Appraisals (HLA) and Investment Grade Proposals (IGP)
• Conduct/check feasibility studies, techno-economic analysis and energy modelling including EPC, PPA and EaaS across various renewables and clean technologies
• 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 renewable generations
• Develop/check engineering outline design including equipment sizing and layout, system performance and operation specifications, control philosophy, outline system drawings, constructability assessment, risk assessment, and project programme
• Produce/check outline engineering work package and scope of work document for contractor to provide pricing
• Negotiate scope and pricing with sub-contractors
• Prepare/check project capital cost, energy savings calculations and financial evaluations of proposed ECMs
• Prepare/check technical reports, presentation and all project supporting documentation detailing buildings, building systems, data analysis results and energy savings opportunities
• Liaise with the design, implementation and operations teams to incorporate all project requirements within the proposal submission
• Ensure all project deliverables are completed on time, in line with pre-approved project development budgets and complied with bid criteria/client requirements
• Liaise with client stakeholders and attend regular client project meetings
• Exhibit comprehensive engineering knowledge and understanding of entire project terms and technical requirements
• Assist in improving operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service
• Support and provide guidance/training for junior members of the project development team
• Identify new and innovative technologies and solutions
• Deliver other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2:1 engineering degree, or equivalent preferably in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical
• Achieved or working towards Chartered Engineer status
• Minimum 7 years of experience working in energy engineering, renewables, or decarbonisation
• Accredited PAS 2035 Retrofit Assessor, Designer, or Coordinator qualification is advantageous
• Strong understanding of engineering principles associated with building services and renewable technologies
• Demonstrated lead development skills including the ability to building project scopes and assess constructability of systems
• Commercially aware with experience of negotiating with equipment suppliers and contractors
• Experience working on Building Management System (BMS), Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Wind, or Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure advantageous
• Experience of development and training of graduate/junior engineers
• Experience working on UK Public Sector Tender Frameworks including ReFiT, LHC, Essentia, CEF, and SNDEE advantageous
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite in particular Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills

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 organizational and leadership 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 Guildford, London, Bristol or Wales. 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.

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.