Senior-level Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A top-tier law firm is seeking a senior-level Associate Attorney to join its Energy & Infrastructure practice in the Mechanicsburg office. The role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile domestic and cross-border transactions across a range of sectors including renewable energy, energy transition technologies, infrastructure, and natural resources. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in U.S. domestic renewables and project development, with a strong background in managing key aspects of transactions.

Location:

• Mechanicsburg, PA

Duties:

• Lead and manage U.S. renewable energy transactions (solar, wind, energy storage, alternative fuels)
• Draft, review, and negotiate project documents and transaction agreements
• Advise clients on infrastructure and energy development across the renewables, oil & gas, mining, petrochemical, and power sectors
• Collaborate with colleagues on domestic and cross-border matters
• Provide strategic counsel to clients on legal, regulatory, and commercial issues
• Support business development and maintain strong client relationships

Requirements:

• Should have 8 years of experience
• Demonstrated experience with U.S. domestic renewables transactions
• Background in infrastructure or broader energy sector transactions (preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the PA State Bar

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of project finance and energy sector legal frameworks
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client service orientation
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonuses based on performance
• Comprehensive benefits package available
• Opportunity to join a globally recognized, growing practice with high-profile clients

This full-service corporate law firm provides comprehensive legal services to local, national, and international businesses. Its practice areas include corporate and business law, energy and environmental law, financial services, government relations, labor and employment law, litigation, and private client services. The firm has a team of over 130 attorneys. Headquartered in Charleston, West Virginia, the firm has multiple offices throughout the country including Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.