Development Associate - West

We explore and discover the limitless possibilities of energy so we can all progress. We believe in the power of talent to shape the future. That’s why we’re looking for curious, bold individuals who are eager to grow and create new ways forward—people who want to join us in building a more sustainable, innovative, and inclusive world.
We strongly believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. That’s why we welcome professionals who are ready to grow, learn, and bring their perspective to the energy challenges of today and tomorrow.
Here, you’ll find a place to grow and unlock your full potential.

Company Profile:

Repsol is a globally integrated multi-energy company headquartered in Madrid, Spain. With a team of 25,000 employees across more than 20 countries, we proudly serve 24 million customers worldwide. Our diversified renewable energy portfolio totals nearly 3,700 MW of installed capacity, with a strong presence in Spain, the United States, and Chile.

As part of our commitment to a more sustainable future, low-emissions generation is at the core of our strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. Repsol Renewables North America (RRNA) plays a key role in this vision, with aims to increase generation capacity between 3,000 – 4,000 MW by 2027.

We are driven by innovation, collaboration, and purpose. Repsol offers a comprehensive Employee Value Proposition (EVP), including a holistic Total Rewards program that supports the wellbeing, growth, and contributions of our people. Join us in shaping the future of energy.

Job Description:

Repsol is seeking either a Development Associate to join our dynamic team and support the western region’s growing utility scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across the western United States.

If you are passionate about working in a global, inclusive, and collaborative team to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for RRSNA and the communities we serve, we want to hear from you.

This position is based in Downtown Houston with a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist project leads in managing a wide portfolio of solar, wind and storage, focusing on achieving goals and defined target deadlines. Develop processes and tracking tools with key milestones, parameters, schedules, and cost forecast.
• Creating materials that support project development, including presentations, talking points, and market analysis.
• Assist with implementing permitting strategies, schedules, and agency and public outreach efforts to minimize project cost and risk.
• Create and/or manage internal tools for tracking efforts to develop/construct projects and for coordinating internal resources and priorities
• Assist with development efforts such as land agreement negotiations, processing, and permit preparation
• Support due diligence on project acquisition opportunities as requested
• Provide development support through engineering, procurement, construction, and financing as required

Qualifications:

• Must be eligible to work for any U.S. employer without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s degree a plus
• Broad knowledge of Federal, state, regional, and local air, water, and conservation laws, rules, and regulations.
• Excellent problem solving and strategic thinking skills, detail-oriented with a strong sense of personal responsibility and ownership of work product.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload, often providing support to processes managed by colleagues, while prioritizing tasks and effectively juggling competing deadlines.
• Excellent Team-worker, prioritizing the fulfillment of team objectives
• Travel, as required (up to 25%)
• 0-4 years of work experience in a related industry desired but not required

Repsol is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran