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REHAU

Product Development Engineer

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$70K - $80K/yr

About the Role REHAU is seeking a Product Development Engineer to join our Water Technologies ... Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 annually * Performance Incentives: Depending on the position ...

Trex

Process Development Engineer

Winchester, VA

$83K - $100K/yr

As a Trex Process Development Engineer you'll be responsible for the design and development of new ... SALARY Base Salary Range: $83,000 - $100,000 annually The salary range provided serves as a general ...

Trex Company

Process Development Engineer

Winchester, VA · On-site

$83K - $100K/yr

As a Trex Process Development Engineer you'll be responsible for the design and development of new ... SALARY Base Salary Range: $83,000 - $100,000 annually The salary range provided serves as a general ...

Daikinapplied

Sr. Development Engineer

Staunton, VA · Hybrid

$102K - $140K/yr

The Senior Development Engineer will lead the development of primary systems and sub-systems of ... base salary for this position ranges from $90,400-188,700 + 10% bonus in Virginia. The range ...

Daikin Applied

Sr. Development Engineer

Staunton, VA · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

The Senior Development Engineer will lead the development of primary systems and sub-systems of ... base salary for this position ranges from $90,400-188,700 + 10% bonus in Virginia. The range ...

Leidos

Network Development Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$59K - $106K/yr

A Network Development Engineer (NDE)designs, builds, and automates large-scale data networks ... salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to ...

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What is the difference between Development Engineer Salary vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectDevelopment EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, often with specialization in software or product developmentBachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering, with licensure often not required
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and development in tech or manufacturing settingsDesign, analysis, and manufacturing in industrial or mechanical sectors
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, product development firms, manufacturingAutomotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy sectors

While both roles require engineering degrees, Development Engineers focus on software or product development, often in tech environments, whereas Mechanical Engineers work on physical systems and machinery. Salary differences depend on industry, experience, and location, but generally, Development Engineers may have higher salaries in tech sectors, while Mechanical Engineers are prevalent in manufacturing and industrial fields.

What does a development engineer do?

A development engineer designs, develops, and tests new products or systems, often working with engineering principles, software, and hardware. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilize CAD tools, and may require knowledge of programming languages or manufacturing processes to bring concepts to production.
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Engineer, Development

TerraForm Power

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Engineer, Development
Job Type: Exempt Salaried, Full-Time
Location: Charlottesville, VA (onsite in-office) | Remote (Mid-Atlantic / Southeast Regions preferred)
Reports To: Senior Manager, Development Engineering
Department: Operations
About Us
TerraForm Power ("TERP"), a platform company of Brookfield Renewable, attracts high-performing individuals who are driven to make an impact in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We offer unparalleled opportunity to lead and manage one of the largest renewable energy businesses with decades of history, while contributing to the global need for sustainable energy.
We offer tremendous growth opportunity for individuals with an entrepreneurial mindset. The company is committed to employee development, encouraging curiosity, ownership, and continuous learning. You'll be empowered to take initiative, contribute ideas, and grow your career within a supportive and ambitious organization.
Job Summary
This position will give you the opportunity to lead the technical development on a portfolio of large PV and energy storage projects, with ownership over design strategy, interconnection approach, and technical risk assessment. Our development engineers work on a team as equals with developers, with both having shared accountability and responsibility. While this is a technically focused position that draws on engineering principals, you can expect to spend time approaching projects as both a "developer" and as an "engineer".
This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) within development engineering, driving technical decisions, improving processes, and influencing project outcomes across the portfolio.
The ideal candidate will bring experience in development engineering design and interconnection management, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic Southeast regions.
Key Responsibilities
  • Project Execution
    • Execute the technical development of solar PV and BESS projects from origination through late-stage development, under guidance of Senior Engineers
    • Drive optimization of project layouts, equipment selection, and performance outcomes
    • Utilize GIS based systems for site and constraints analysis
    • Create and maintain development site designs and energy yield analyses, validate technical assumptions
    • Maintain a strong understanding of the technical requirements for specific projects

  • Interconnection
    • Submit interconnection requests, review study results, and engage utilities, under guidance of the Interconnection team and Senior Engineers
    • Interpret complex interconnection results, develop schedule and cost projections, identify risks & opportunities
    • Negotiate technical aspects with utilities, ISOs, and RTOs
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Partner with Development, Delivery, and Operations teams to support project advancement
    • Support permitting including land use and zoning (typically Conditional Use Permit / Special Use Permit) via county planning and zoning authorities, as well as any state or federal permits as may be necessary (e.g. VA DEQ Permit By Rule)
    • Develop project documentation, reporting, and engineering deliverables
    • Support due diligence activities for project acquisitions
  • External Coordination
    • Manage third-party consultants and engineering partners
    • Other duties, as assigned

Skills & Competencies
  • A joyful approach to work and life combined with a sense of humor highly recommended
  • Integrity, tenacity, and credibility complimented by a bias for action and a strong sense of personal accountability
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills necessary for community building internally, and trust building externally
  • Creativity in problem solving and strong analytical capability
  • High energy, responds well to pressure, works to deadlines
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality work product
  • Well organized; able to manage a myriad of competing priorities
  • Ability to work on own initiative as well as with a team
  • Willingness to travel as needed; regular presence at the Charlottesville, VA office preferred

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in renewable energy engineering (solar, wind, and/or storage)
  • Familiarity with tools such as ArcGIS, AutoCAD, PVsyst (or similar)
  • Foundational understanding of interconnection processes and project development lifecycle
  • Broad technical understanding of solar and battery storage project development, including the interconnection process and the ability to perform cost-benefit analyses of design variants to optimize outcomes

Recruitment Agency Notice:
TerraForm Power Human Resources team does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiters, staffing firms, or related agencies. The Human Resources team coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company. We do not accept resumes from third-party recruiters unless authorized by the Human Resources team and if a signed agreement is in place. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered property of TerraForm Power and we are not responsible for any related fees. All communication related to recruiting partnerships should ONLY be directed to the Human Resources team.
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For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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