Development Engineer

We are looking for a Development Engineer to provide comprehensive engineering support for our distributed energy and microgrid projects. Our projects typically include managing a variety of DER and microgrid assets—such as solar, energy storage, controls, and reciprocating engines. This role will report to our Manager of Development Engineering and will be a hybrid role based out of Ridgewood, NJ, or NYC office. Key Responsibilities Create electrical and physical designs for microgrid and DER systems, accounting for existing electrical infrastructure, AHJ requirements, and other site constraints. Use strong technical and communication skills to identify and communicate technical constraints and possibilities to internal and customer stakeholders. Work extensively with our Business Development teams to evaluate and develop the right technical solutions. Collaborate with BD, execution, and commercial teams on specific projects to ensure the microgrid integration is technically sound, practical, and cost‑effective, including working with existing service entrance one‑line drawings or creating new ones. Investigate the interconnection, including submitting interconnection applications and completing modifications to existing design concepts applicable to each site. Work with switchgear manufacturers (e.g., Schneider Electric) to ensure switchgear designs meet project requirements, including site constraints and utility requirements, within cost and schedule constraints at voltage levels ranging from 38.5 kV to 208 V depending on site and system size. Provide significant input to the solar, battery, and generator designs to optimize performance, reliability, and sustainability for each customer site. Collaborate with the rest of the development engineering team and other internal stakeholders to continually improve templates and processes and enable continuous improvement. Ideal Candidate 2+ years of experience in the design and construction of power/generation/renewable energy projects. Thorough technical understanding of distributed energy technologies, including solar, battery, and reciprocating engines/turbines. Understanding of rotating power with reciprocating engines in the 200 kW to 2000 kW size range per engine is preferred. Understanding of onsite power generation, including parallel operation with the utility bus as well as with other DERs in grid‑parallel and island‑mode operations. Solid understanding of the utility side of the interconnection. Knowledge of the various DER power sources within the microgrid and how they best interface with the utility to provide a more efficient system. Knowledge of emissions from the utility side and from each DER. Knowledge of systems controls for the DERs and how they can be utilized to accomplish specific operating goals while part of the microgrid. Strong communication skills to communicate with technical and non‑technical people. BS in Electrical Engineering required; focus on the power side preferred. PE in power or progressing toward that license preferred. Advanced courses in power or a higher‑level degree in the field preferred. Benefits We offer a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401 K matching. Equal Employment Opportunity Scale strives to attract and retain a workforce that reflects the composition of our customer base and communities. We are committed to providing a work environment that provides everyone with equal access and opportunity to contribute and drive meaningful outcomes. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Hiring Process We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, contact us. #J-18808-Ljbffr Scale