Development Analyst / Associate - Wind Energy

Climate17 is proud to partner with a boutique, high-growth renewable energy developer focused on accelerating the deployment of utility-scale wind projects across the US. Led by an experienced leadership team, the business operates with a highly collaborative and entrepreneurial approach, working closely with landowners, communities, and key stakeholders to deliver projects. With a growing pipeline, they are seeking a Development Analyst / Associate to support project delivery from early-stage origination through to late-stage development.

Development Analyst / Associate, Remote (US), Full-time

• Fully remote (US)
• Travel as required for site visits and stakeholder engagement

Your Opportunity:
This is a hands-on development role offering exposure across the full lifecycle of utility-scale wind projects. You will support senior leadership while taking ownership of key workstreams including permitting, stakeholder engagement, financial analysis, and project coordination. The role suits someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is keen to develop broad expertise across technical, commercial, and regulatory aspects of project development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support development of wind projects from origination through to commercial operation
• Assist with site identification, land acquisition, and feasibility assessments
• Coordinate permitting activities and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with landowners, communities, and local authorities
• Conduct financial analysis and support project valuation and investment decisions
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and internal/external coordination
• Support technical evaluation including resource assessment and interconnection inputs
• Identify project risks and support mitigation strategies
• Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership on project progress

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, or related field
• 1–5 years’ experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, or project finance
• Understanding of wind project development and key project drivers preferred
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in Excel
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and project coordination ability
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage across multiple stakeholders
• Ability to work independently within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Genuine interest in renewable energy and sustainability

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.