Business Development - M&A Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables)

Engie; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 117,300 - 179,860; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer-paid disability

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

ENGIE is seeking a Business Development Advisor to accelerate its North American renewables growth, focusing on acquisitions, development, and strategic investments. You will source, evaluate, negotiate, and execute complex opportunities across wind, solar, storage, and emerging technologies.

The role requires strong financial modeling, market analysis, and cross-functional leadership to drive transaction success and strategic growth. Hybrid in-office policy; travel up to 20% domestically.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 7+ years in energy sector including development, M&A, or project finance.
• Experience leading complex M&A, development, or strategic transactions.
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills.
• Excel and PowerPoint proficiency; BI tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead origination, evaluation, negotiation, and execution of acquisitions and strategic investments.
• Develop financial models, valuations, and investment scenarios.
• Manage transaction processes from assessment to closing with cross-functional teams.
• Lead negotiations and due diligence, identify risks and value drivers.
• Prepare investment memos and governance materials for approvals.
• Support development pipeline and market expansion opportunities.
• Design dashboards and reporting tools to improve visibility and efficiency.

Skills

M&A experience

Financial modeling

PowerPoint

Excel

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

Power BI

Think-Cell

Job description

What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, we are accelerating the energy transition by building a cleaner, more sustainable future. Our Renewables team is growing fast, and we need driven professionals who want to shape that growth from the inside.

As a Business Development Advisor, you will support the growth of ENGIE's North American portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy assets, including wind, solar, battery energy storage, data center co-location, and emerging energy technologies. This highly visible role combines business development, mergers and acquisitions, strategic analysis, and transaction execution, providing the opportunity to independently source, evaluate, negotiate, and execute complex investment opportunities that support ENGIE's long-term growth strategy.

What You Will Do

• Lead the origination, evaluation, negotiation, and execution of acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, and strategic investments across ENGIE's renewable energy portfolio
• Develop and analyze financial models, valuations, commercial assessments, and investment scenarios to support transaction structuring, pricing, and investment decisions
• Manage transaction processes from initial assessment through closing, coordinating cross-functional internal teams and external advisors while driving key project milestones
• Lead commercial negotiations and due diligence efforts, identifying risks, opportunities, and value drivers while securing favorable contractual and financial terms
• Prepare executive-level investment memoranda, presentations, and governance materials that support internal approvals and strategic decision-making
• Support the growth of ENGIE's development pipeline by evaluating greenfield development opportunities, market expansion strategies, and emerging technology investments across wholesale power markets
• Design and enhance analytical tools, dashboards, reporting processes, and workflow solutions that improve visibility, decision-making, and operational efficiency across Business Development and M&A activities

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum seven (7) years of progressive experience within the energy industry, including renewable energy development, business development, project acquisitions, project finance, investment banking, energy trading, consulting, utilities, or independent power producers (IPPs)
• Experience leading or supporting complex M&A, investment, development, or strategic transactions within the energy sector
• Advanced financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities, with demonstrated experience evaluating investment opportunities and developing actionable business recommendations
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to develop polished, executive-ready analyses, presentations, and investment materials; experience with Power BI, Think-Cell, or similar business intelligence tools is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex market, commercial, and financial information, identify key risks and opportunities, and recommend strategic paths forward
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to technical, commercial, and executive stakeholders
• Proven ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and evolving environment
• Self‑motivated and results‑oriented, with a strong sense of ownership, intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously
• Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and a demonstrated ability to drive innovation, process enhancements, and scalable business solutions

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid in-office work policy and is not eligible for remote work
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 20% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $117,300 – $179,860 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously.

• options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs
• help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
• supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits

Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero‑Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA‑[e-mail]. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

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