About this opportunity
AES Corporation lists this Senior Project Engineer, Mega Projects and M&A Engineering opportunity in salt lake city, Utah. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven‑time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty‑first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.
The Senior Project Engineer on the Mega and M&A Engineering team will be responsible for design and engineering of utility scale solar PV and energy storage projects in development and construction phases. Responsibilities include lead and support engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, including design development and peer reviews, energy and performance modeling, equipment selection and specifications, and preparation of engineering calculations. Provide technical inputs to support Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) pricing estimates, RFP responses, permitting applications, design drafting, and technical due diligence for M&A project evaluations. Responsibilities also include engineering management, development and review of contract documents, participation in technical negotiations, preparation of procurement specifications, punch list development, and delivery of ongoing technical support throughout project execution. Designs will be developed, optimized, analyzed, and reviewed using industry‑standard tools, including PVsyst, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, MS Office, and SharePoint. This role will provide technical leadership across multiple projects by defining design‑phase roadmaps, establishing development engineering standards and processes, and training and mentoring junior engineers. The successful candidate will manage complex, multi‑project priorities, communicate progress to the Senior Manager of Mega and M&A Engineering, and operate effectively with distributed and remote teams.
A strong background in the development, execution, analysis, and design of utility‑scale, transmission‑interconnected PV and battery energy storage systems is required, along with a demonstrated ability and commitment to coaching and developing engineering talent. Experience with additional renewable technologies such as wind, green hydrogen, or hydroelectric systems is a plus. Excellent communication, planning, and task‑management skills, combined with broad technical expertise, are essential for success in this role.
The position is in Louisville, CO / Houston, TX / Salt Lake City, UT / or New York, NY and may include up to 25% travel to project locations and partner offices, including international travel.
Key Responsibilities
Project Development M&A
Perform full technical due diligence and risk assessment for the M&A projects
Full project design evaluation to identify red flags and fatal flows
Redesign and update layouts, energy production estimates, EPC cost estimates, and equipment selections
Coordinate with M&A developer to complete necessary RFP response documentation
Design for select projects up to 30% electrical, civil, structural, and mechanical
Project Execution - Mega
Develop scopes of work and technical contract exhibits
Seek and evaluate proposals for engineering services
Manage engineering consultants and EPC contractors to develop project construction drawings and support materials
Perform technical project due diligence and project engineering design reviews
Coordinate feedback from internal stakeholders and subject matter experts (SMEs) on design reviews
Value engineer PV and BESS system designs to maximize reliability and reduce overall project cost
Establish/review technical specifications of owner furnished equipment in coordination with Procurement and Sourcing
Technical support during construction including: Respond to contractor requests for information (RFIs)
Perform quality assurance (QA)/ quality control (QC) checks in the field
Develop punchlists
Support commissioning activities with internal Technology/Commissioning teams and external stakeholders
Review commissioning reports and analyze system performance
Support internal Owner’s Engineering team through financing activities
Support Operations/Asset Management teams to resolve technical issues at operating sites
Assist Development and Project Management teams with budget development and key financial inputs
Develop and implement technical solutions to region/market specific requirements in coordination with Director of Engineering, Mega Projects
Growth and Leadership
Contribute to process improvement initiatives for the development and execution of safe, quality, and high-performance projects
Develop inter‑engineering processes for sharing information and best practices among the team
Manage relationships with 3rd party engineering consultants and firms utilized by the team
Mentor and train the team on changing trends in technology, best practices, and safety
Participate in AES Clean Energy’s growth planning process by contributing to process improvement task forces and other strategic planning activities
Skills and Qualifications
Primary Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in Engineering or equivalent technical field
5+ years of professional experience in solar PV system design, development, construction, and analysis preferred
Proficiency in PV system design, including 1-line and 3-line diagram conventions, NEC design requirements, overcurrent protection sizing, utility disconnecting means requirements, equipment selection, grounding methodologies, and short circuit current analysis
Experience with medium voltage collector system design
Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Proficient with MS Office Suite
Plus Qualifications
Graduate degree in Engineering
PE license
PMP Certification
NABCEP PV Installation Professional certification
2-5 years of experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems design and modeling
Experience with MATLAB, ETAP, SKM, and other advanced modeling tools
Substation/HV design experience
NFPA 70E, OSHA 10-hr or comparable job-site safety certification
Equal Opportunity Employer
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
E-Verify Notice
E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I‑9 to confirm work authorization.
Salary and Benefits
The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $113,000 and $141,525/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus.
medical
dental
vision coverage
life insurance
401(k) eligibility
paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave)
Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment.
If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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Worksite address
salt lake city, UT, 84193, US
Who can apply
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