PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ANALYST (West)

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and currently operates in more than 25 markets. With eight offices and several sites, at EDP Renewables North America, we are experienced developers and operators of renewable energy. Our portfolio includes wind farms, solar parks, energy storage projects, and green hydrogen solutions throughout the continent. We are ranked among the top 5 in the U.S. in operational renewable energy capacity.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Role Overview:

Exciting entry-level/early career leadership role at the cutting edge of the renewable energy industry. This is a fast-paced, dynamic position at the center of project management and renewable energy development. The Project Development Analyst works closely with experienced experts in every domain of the utility-scale renewable energy industry (wind, solar, and battery storage). The Project Development Analyst supports the development of projects from early-stage site identification all the way through permitting and construction. The Project Development Analyst is responsible for handling complex tasks and supporting Project Managers on multiple projects. The Project Development Analyst interacts daily with a diversity of internal project teams and external landowners, community stakeholders, and public officials in various project areas. This is a tremendous early-career position for emerging leaders who are seeking professional growth opportunities in the renewable energy industry with numerous training opportunities.

Cover letters are strongly encouraged to be submitted!

Main responsibilities:

Identify and oversee the development of large-scale wind, solar and battery storage projects by creating and updating project maps and databases using GIS tools

Represent EDPRNA in the field, working with Project Managers and landowners to create, negotiate, and amend agreements, options, leases, and land sales

Engage in community outreach and stakeholder management activities

Organize and attend educational and networking events

Conduct land, market, regulatory, and related project research

Compile documentation, attend meetings, conduct necessary studies, and perform other tasks as needed to obtain permits at the local, state, and federal level

Assist with efforts to secure critical transmission and interconnection contracts from utilities and transmission providers

Prepare proposals that are submitted to power purchasers including utilities, community choice aggregators, and commercial & industrial customers

Support internal reporting and project tracking efforts

Additional duties as required

Employment type

Fulltime/Hybrid Schedule

Work site

Portland, Oregon

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field

0 – 3 years of progressively responsible project management experience in energy or a related industry

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office software (particularly Excel)

Proficiency in SAP and SQL is preferred

Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise (Preferred)

Valid driver's license

Travel:

up to 65%

Behavioral Requirements:

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Ability to work productively with limited supervision

Strong interest in environmental issues and renewable energy

Ability and willingness to travel and work overtime as needed

Familiarity with wind and solar power project development preferred

Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, and productivity

Exhibit behaviors consistent with strong leadership and accountability

Physical demands & working conditions:

Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment

Walking: Ability to walk .5 to 2 miles per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on project sites.

Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal, diagram, or scheduled form

Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds

Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. EDP makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For further information, please review this notice from the Department of Labor: EEO is the Law poster ( You may have additional rights pursuant to recent amendments to federal labor laws. Please review these protections from the EEO is the Law Supplement (

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília

Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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