M and A Partnership, Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables)

ENGIE North America Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

ESPP

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. is seeking a skilled M&A Partnership, Advisor for utility-scale renewables to drive acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic investments across wind, solar, storage, and related assets.

You will model, evaluate, and negotiate opportunities, coordinating internal teams and external advisors to close complex transactions. The role requires seven years in energy transactions, strong financial modeling and communication skills, and a willingness to travel up to 20% with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Seven years of progressive experience in energy including renewables and investments is preferred.
• Experience supporting transactions from screening through diligence, valuation, negotiation, and closing.
• Ability to develop executive-level investment memoranda and governance materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the origination, evaluation, negotiation, and execution of acquisitions and joint ventures across ENGIE's renewable portfolio.
• Develop financial models, valuations, and investment scenarios to support pricing and decisions.
• Manage transaction processes from initial assessment to closing with cross-functional teams and external advisors.
• Drive due diligence, draft investment memos, and present to executives for approvals.
• Support development pipeline growth through market expansion and technology investments.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Analytical capabilities

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Transaction execution

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Power BI

Think-Cell

Job description

Job Description

M and A Partnership, Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables)

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 partnerships, transaction execution, and investment management 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 through acquisition and evaluation of greenfield development-stage renewable assets and 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, acquisitions, strategic investments, project finance, utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), or renewable energy operating companies
• Experience working directly with utility-scale renewable development assets, operating assets, or development portfolios is preferred
• Demonstrated experience supporting transactions from initial screening through diligence, valuation, approval, negotiation, and closing
• Experience leading or materially supporting renewable energy acquisitions, strategic investments, joint ventures, project development transactions, or project finance activities 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
• Demonstrated experience leading or materially contributing to acquisition, divestment, joint venture, or strategic investment transactions through valuation, diligence, negotiation, approval, and closing
• 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.

• 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
• 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.

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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.

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This role is eligible for sponsorship.

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