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

Engie; United States; Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

Generous paid time off

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a Business Development - M&A Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables) in the United States.

The role focuses on sourcing, evaluating, negotiating, and executing complex investments across wind, solar, storage, and related technologies to accelerate ENGIE’s North American growth. You will build and present financial analyses, manage end-to-end transaction processes, and coordinate with internal teams and external advisors to deliver strategic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Admin, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive energy industry experience including renewables, development, M&A, or project finance.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytics capabilities; able to present actionable recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead origination, evaluation, negotiation, and execution of acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, and strategic investments.
• Develop and analyze financial models, valuations, and investment scenarios for structuring and pricing.
• Manage transaction processes from assessment through closing with cross-functional teams and external advisors.
• Lead due diligence and commercial negotiations, identify risks and value drivers, secure favorable terms.
• Prepare executive investment memoranda, presentations, and governance materials for approvals.
• Support growth of ENGIE’s development pipeline by evaluating greenfield opportunities and new technology investments.

Skills

M&A leadership

Financial modeling

Strategic analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Business development

Travel coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Think-Cell

Job description

Business Development - M&A Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables) Job Description Business Development - M&A Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables) Posting Start Date: 7/16/26 Requisition ID: 68635

General information

HOUSTON, United States, 77056 | CHICAGO, United States, 60654-4916 ENGIE North America Inc. Business Development / Sales / Marketing Permanent Full - Time

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 favourable 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. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 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. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we’re dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering 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. Learn more .

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.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority.

All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

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

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