[Remote] Wind Permitting Sr Analyst

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The AES Corporation is hiring a Wind Permitting Sr Analyst to support permitting, environmental review, land-use entitlement activities, and agency coordination for utility-scale renewable energy projects. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and supports projects from development through construction readiness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preliminary site evaluations, due diligence reviews, and constraint analyses to identify environmental, permitting, and land-use considerations for potential project locations
• Support permitting efforts for wind, solar, energy storage, and other renewable energy projects across local, state, and federal jurisdictions
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to obtain, review, and organize technical studies and environmental assessments
• Assist with the management of consultants, contractors, and vendors while helping track project schedules, deliverables, and budgets
• Support the preparation of project documentation and compliance packages required for project handoff to construction and operations teams
• Participate in meetings with community stakeholders, elected officials, regulatory agencies, and other external partners when appropriate
• Contribute to cost optimization initiatives, vendor management activities, and invoice review processes
• Learn to identify project risks, communicate concerns effectively, and support the development of mitigation strategies under the guidance of experienced team members
• Support engagement with regulatory agencies regarding project design, permitting requirements, and mitigation measures
• Gradually assume ownership of specific project tasks and workstreams as experience and expertise develop
• Maintain project records, permit tracking tools, and documentation systems to support efficient project execution

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Geography, Natural Resources, Planning, Environmental Studies, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Approximately 2+ years of experience supporting permitting, environmental compliance, environmental consulting, project development, land-use planning, natural resources, or related fields
• Familiarity with environmental permitting, environmental review processes, land-use regulations, renewable energy development, or related regulatory frameworks
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Strong written, verbal, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and mapping tools such as Google Earth
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment
• Interest in learning and growing within the renewable energy industry
• Renewable energy, power generation, environmental consulting, natural resource management, land-use planning, or infrastructure development
• Federal, state, and local permitting processes
• Environmental review, environmental due diligence, and regulatory compliance programs
• USFWS Land-Based Wind Energy Guidelines or similar environmental permitting frameworks
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS), mapping platforms, or spatial analysis tools
• Project coordination, consultant management, or stakeholder engagement activities

Benefits

• Annual bonus.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) eligibility.
• Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave).
• Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the United States.

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