Intern, Development Engineering
Clearway EnergyScottsdale, Arizona
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Posted January 20, 2026
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Job Description
The Development Engineering Intern will support the development and engineering of utility-scale wind projects, assisting with project scope, design review, contract negotiations, site analysis, and process improvements to help advance renewable energy projects from conception to construction.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the development of utility-scale Wind projects from intermediate to advanced stages.
- Review and analyze engineering deliverables, scope, costs, schedules, and risks with contractors and developers.
- Assist in reviewing and negotiating technical aspects of EPC contracts and interconnect agreements.
- Coordinate with teams and external consultants to deliver preliminary designs, site plans, equipment layouts, and cost estimates.
- Conduct site-specific environmental and buildable area analyses using GIS tools.
- Develop scope of work documents and automate review processes for site reports and surveys.
- Integrate visualization tools with cost estimating models to produce accurate project cost estimates.
- Generate and maintain project reports, resource forecasts, and dashboards for project status updates.
- Review energy models to identify deviations and support wind project cost estimation and optimization.
- Participate in developing value engineering items and technology assessments to improve project margins.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or Management in Engineering or Construction, with at least junior standing.
- Basic understanding of wind energy project scope, key equipment, and fundamental awareness of core engineering principles associated with solar and stationary storage projects.
- Advanced MS Office and Excel skills.
- Ability to work well in a collaborative environment that emphasizes attention to detail, meeting deadlines, and working together to achieve company-wide objectives.
- Intellectual curiosity and an interest in renewable energy.
- Strong interpersonal skills, including willingness to ask questions, listen to colleagues, and contribute ideas.
- Self-motivated, dependable, and accountable, demonstrating the ability to show up, be present, and eager to dive into the workday.
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and take ownership over projects and assignments.
- Willingness to ask questions, speak up, and take initiative in the work environment.
Benefits & Perks
generous PTO
medical, dental, vision care
HSAs with company contributions
health FSAs
dependent daycare FSAs
commuter benefits
relocation assistance
401(k) plan with employer match
life and accident insurances
fertility programs
adoption assistance
generous parental leave
tuition reimbursement
benefits for employees in same-sex marriages, civil unions, domestic partnerships
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