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

Engie; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Employer-paid disability

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & wellness days

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

ENGIE North America is seeking a Business Development Advisor (M&A) to lead origination, evaluation, negotiation and execution of acquisitions, divestments and strategic investments across its utility-scale renewables portfolio in North America.

You will build financial models, coordinate cross-functional teams, prepare executive memoranda, and help expand the development pipeline while traveling up to 20% and working in a hybrid office setting in Houston.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive energy industry experience including renewables, acquisitions, investments, or project finance.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable assets and development portfolios preferred.
• Experience leading transactions from screening through closing.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead origination, evaluation, negotiation, and execution of acquisitions, divestments, joint ventures, and strategic investments across ENGIE's renewables portfolio.
• Develop and analyze financial models, valuations, and investment scenarios to support transaction structuring and decisions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and external advisors to drive milestones from assessment to closing.
• Lead commercial negotiations, due diligence, and risk/opportunity identification for favorable terms.
• Prepare executive investment memoranda, presentations, and governance materials for approvals.
• Support development pipeline growth through acquisition and greenfield asset evaluation and market expansion.

Skills

Financial analysis/valuation

Negotiation

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business/Economics/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Think-Cell

Job description

M and A Partnership, Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables) Job Description M and A Partnership, Advisor (Utility-Scale Renewables) Posting Start Date: 10/29/26 Requisition ID: 73648

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 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.

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.

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This role is eligible for sponsorship.

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