Principal Engineer - Renewable Development

BHE Renewables, LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BHE Renewables, LLC is seeking a principal engineer to lead high-level engineering for planning, design, and construction of renewable energy projects in Des Moines. You will direct staff, solve complex engineering problems, and ensure coordination across project phases to meet technical and economic goals.

The role emphasizes advanced engineering, project management, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners to drive successful project delivery while maintaining safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• 15 years of engineering experience with highly technical work.
• 10 years with a professional engineering license.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation abilities.
• Effective leadership and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced engineering services for estimating, planning, design, and construction of renewable energy projects.
• Lead system planning, design specs, maps, drawings, procurement, contracts, and project accounting.
• Conduct advanced engineering studies and prepare reports with results and recommendations.
• Provide engineering assistance to other departments and lead trainings; engage in presentations/publications.
• Stay informed on industry trends and implement improvements for the business.
• Ensure safety, reliability and human performance improvements in projects.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external contacts.

Skills

Project management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional engineering license

Job description

Job Description:

The principal engineer - renewable development will provide highly technical engineering services and direct the work of others for the planning, design, and construction of renewable energy projects. Assignments will frequently include all project phases including overseeing and guiding staff in project development and design, resolution of complex engineering problems, design, engineering specifications, scheduling, project accounting (budgeting, estimating, forecasting, and cost control), materials procurement and construction contracts.

Responsibilities:

Provide advanced engineering services for the estimating, planning, design, and construction of renewable energy projects. Responsibilities include system planning, design specifications, maps and drawings, materials procurement, contract preparation, project management and project accounting (budgeting, estimating, forecasting).

Conduct advanced engineering studies and complex investigations; prepare oral and written reports of results and recommendations.

Provide advanced engineering assistance to other departments; facilitate internal training classes for engineers and specialists; responsibilities may include developing presentations for senior management and professional/industry groups, authoring technical papers for publication by professional/industry organizations, chairing company committees/task groups, and participating in industry standards committees and perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Keep informed of industry issues/technical trends and recommend and implement changes to benefit BHER's business.

Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of human performance improvement techniques. Evaluate present practices and implement processes, concepts, training and tools to prevent, detect and correct human errors that may adversely impact the safe, reliable development and construction of projects.

Evaluate, select and apply advanced engineering techniques, criteria and procedures; use judgment in making adaptations and modifications.

Recognize, investigate and solve complex and non-reoccurring problems relating to BHER's project development and construction.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.

Provide timely feedback and information sharing. Exhibit good listening skills and ask questions to improve understanding.

Maintain the professional competence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively complete responsibilities; enhance job knowledge and abilities by taking personal responsibility for professional development and training.

Set high standards of performance for self and others. Give extra effort to achieve results. Take a positive approach to work assignments, displaying a high degree of honesty and integrity.

Maintain sensitive and confidential information regarding company information.

Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.

Provide advanced engineering services for the estimating, planning, design, and construction of renewable energy projects.

Responsibilities include system planning, design specifications, maps and drawings, materials procurement, contract preparation, project management and project accounting (budgeting, estimating, forecasting).

Conduct advanced engineering studies and complex investigations; prepare oral and written reports of results and recommendations.

Provide advanced engineering assistance to other departments; facilitate internal training classes for engineers and specialists; responsibilities may include developing presentations for senior management and professional/industry groups, authoring technical papers for publication by professional/industry organizations, chairing company committees/task groups, and participating in industry standards committees and perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned.

Keep informed of industry issues/technical trends and recommend and implement changes to benefit BHER's business.

Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of human performance improvement techniques. Evaluate present practices and implement processes, concepts, training and tools to prevent, detect and correct human errors that may adversely impact the safe, reliable development and construction of projects.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution.

15 years of industry experience as a practicing engineer with experience performing highly technical work of a specialist nature without a professional engineering license or

10 years of experience with a professional engineering license.

Advanced project management skills.

Effective verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.

Effective interpersonal skills and leadership abilities.

Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.

Job Info

Job Identification: 10005748

Job Category: Engineering

Posting Date: 2026-09-08

Apply Before: 2026-09-25T00:00:00+0000

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: 1615 Locust St, Des Moines, IA, 50309, US

Business: BHE Renewables, LLC

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