Renewable Energy Senior Developer (Wind & BESS)

RWE; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Company pension scheme

Employee stock programme

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

RWE Renewables Iberia S.A.U. is seeking a Renewable Energy Senior Developer (Wind & BESS) in Madrid. The role leads project development from early stages through investment decisions, coordinating multidisciplinary teams under RWE standards.

The candidate will handle feasibility studies, stakeholder coordination, permits, and handover to construction and operations, with strong Spanish regulatory knowledge and English proficiency.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Renewable Energy, Electrical, Civil or similar).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience developing renewable energy projects in Spain.
• Familiarity with renewable technologies, resource analysis, and power generation systems.
• Deep understanding of Spanish regulations regarding renewable energy and infrastructure development.
• Advanced project management skills: planning, budgeting, multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English preferred.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and results orientation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess new locations for wind and BESS development.
• Conduct technical and economic feasibility studies, including resource and environmental analyses.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee project phases from inception to completion; obtain permits and manage contractors.
• Collaborate with regulators, communities and stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• Prepare proposals and presentations for investors and executives.
• Coordinate engineering and construction activities to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Track progress and report risks and opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Technical supervision

Feasibility analysis

Regulatory knowledge (Spain)

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree (renewable energy / electrical / civil)

Job description

Renewable Energy Senior Developer (Wind & BESS)

Location(s): Madrid, M, ES, 28022

RWE Renewables Iberia S.A.U.

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

RWE Renewables, the youngest subsidiary of the RWE Group, is one of the world leaders in renewables. The company, which is subdivided into two three functional units “RWE Renewables Europe & Australia” and “RWE Offshore Wind” in addition to RWE Renewables Americas, is driving the expansion of renewables in over 20 countries on five continents

The Renewable Energy Senior Developer is responsible for the comprehensive management of renewable energy projects. From identifying and evaluating new opportunities to developing approved projects from early stage through the investment decision. He/she also will have to manage the handover of the projects to the construction and operations team following RWE standards and project management guidelines. This role requires a combination of technical knowledge in renewable energy, project management skills, and an understanding of applicable regulations and policies in Spain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Opportunity Identification: Research and assess new locations and opportunities for the development of renewable energy projects (mainly wind and BESS).
• Feasibility Analysis: Conduct technical and economic feasibility studies, including resource analysis, environmental impact assessments, and financial viability evaluations.
• Project Management: Plan, coordinate, and oversee all phases of the project from inception to completion. This includes obtaining permits, licenses, and managing suppliers and contractors.
• Stakeholder Relations: Collaborate with local governments, regulators, communities, and other key stakeholders to ensure support and compliance with local regulations.
• Proposal Development: Prepare proposals and presentations for investors, executives, and other stakeholders.
• Technical Supervision: Help coordinate the engineering and construction of projects, ensuring that deadlines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Monitoring and Reporting: Track project progress and provide regular reports on status, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering (preferably in Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or similar fields).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing renewable energy projects in Spain, with a solid track record of successfully completed projects.
• Familiarity with renewable technologies, resource analysis, and power generation systems.
• Deep understanding of Spanish regulations regarding renewable energy and infrastructure development.
• Advanced project management skills, including planning, budgeting, and managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in Spanish and, preferably, a good level of English.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, and strong results orientation.

Working Conditions:

• Contract Type: Full-time.
• Travel Availability: National travel is required, depending on project locations.
• Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Development Opportunities: This position offers professional growth in an expanding sector, with the possibility of advancing to higher responsibility roles such as Project Director or Renewable Energy Development Manager.

We aim to make your time with us as rewarding as possible by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Alongside competitive pay and opportunities for growth, we care about your well‑being and the balance between work and life. Our benefits include:

• Flexible and hybrid working, enabling a balance between remote work and in‑office collaboration.
• Company pension scheme to help secure your future.
• Employee stock programme giving you a stake in our success.
• Training and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Renewables Europe & Australia is a leading player in the renewable energy sector with over 30 years of experience. We currently operate onshore wind farms, solar plants and battery storage systems with around 5 gigawatts of installed capacity in our core markets in Europe and Australia.

Supported by a workforce of around 2,000 employees, we continue to expand our renewable generation capacity in a value‑accretive way. Our expertise spans the entire project lifecycle: we develop, plan, finance, build and operate our projects. With a strong project pipeline, we are working with communities to create a long‑term value for everyone, today and for the future.