Renewable Energy Engineer: Full Lifecycle & Mentorship

Renewable Careers Limited; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work from Chicago office

Mentorship from senior engineers

Health, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Job summary

Renewable Careers Limited in Chicago is seeking an engineer to support our renewable project pipeline. You will learn from experienced engineers while taking on real responsibility from the start, assisting with design reviews, energy production estimates and technical due diligence.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, a genuine interest in the clean energy transition, strong analytical skills and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Demonstrated interest in renewable energy and the clean energy transition.
• Strong analytical ability and comfort with data/spreadsheets.
• Clear written and verbal communication; ability to simplify technical topics.
• Initiative and curiosity; ownership mindset and quick learning.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Internship, co-op or project experience in energy is a plus but not required; aptitude and attitude valued.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering design and technical reviews for solar, wind and BESS projects at all stages.
• Prepare energy production estimates, site evaluations and technical due diligence.
• Assist with interconnection applications and coordination with utilities (PJM/MISO).
• Review technical submittals from EPCs, consultants and equipment vendors.
• Support construction and commissioning with travel to project sites across the Midwest.
• Analyze performance data from operating assets and recommend improvements.
• Contribute to tools, templates, and standards used by the engineering team.

Skills

Analytical ability

Communication (written and verbal)

Initiative and curiosity

Interest in renewable energy

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil or environmental engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Renewable Careers Limited in Chicago is seeking an engineer to support our renewable project pipeline. You will learn from experienced engineers while taking on real responsibility from the start, assisting with design reviews, energy production estimates and technical due diligence.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, a genuine interest in the clean energy transition, strong analytical skills and clear communication.