Research Analyst – Solar PV Operations

Energy Vault; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Research Analyst to expand expertise on global solar PV operations and maintenance. The role involves conducting detailed market research, contributing to research publications, and supporting client needs with insights and data analysis. Ideal candidates will possess a strong technical background in solar technologies, be self-driven, and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Mandarin proficiency is mandatory.
• At least two years of experience in the solar or power industry.
• Strong technical background related to solar technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct primary and secondary research on global solar PV O&M technologies and market trends.
• Produce market reports and industry insights for client presentations.
• Support the annual global solar O&M survey by collecting data from industry service providers.

Skills

Market research

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Wood Mackenzie is the global data and analytics business for the renewables, energy, and natural resources industries. Enhanced by technology. Enriched by human intelligence. In an ever-changing world, companies and governments need reliable and actionable insight to lead the transition to a sustainable future. That’s why we cover the entire supply chain with unparalleled breadth and depth, backed by over 50 years’ experience. Our team of over 2,400 experts, operating across 30 global locations, are enabling customers’ decisions through real-time analytics, consultancy, events and thought leadership. Together, we deliver the insight they need to separate risk from opportunity and make confident decisions when it matters most.

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Role Purpose

We are looking for a Research Analyst to join the team to expand our subject matter expertise on global solar PV operations and maintenance (O&M) including asset management and OPEX cost modelling.

The successful candidate will track industry trends, gather data and conduct qualitative and quantitative research on solar PV O&M technology markets globally, and support global O&M reports.

Responsibilities will include conducting original quantitative and qualitative research on the solar PV market and delivering this analysis to clients through written reports. The analyst’s work will support presentations to clients and address customer enquiries. This will include updating our cost modelling, creating market assessments, cost benchmarking and forecasting, strategy identification, supply chain support and competitive analysis.

The Research Analyst will contribute to a range of research publications related to solar O&M, support the maintenance of our O&M cost model and technology datasets, build a network of industry contacts and provide support and expertise to our sales and consulting teams.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct continuous primary and secondary research on global solar PV O&M technologies, business models, market developments and costs.
• Support the annual global solar O&M survey by reaching out to industry service providers and then collecting and consolidating the data received.
• Maintain the existing solar O&M cost model with updated data regularly and provide potential enhancements to its current functionalities.
• Contribute to market analysis on solar PV O&M dynamics and technology trends globally.
• Produce market reports and industry insight pieces with guidance and review from senior colleagues.
• Strengthen the data apparatus through surveys, interviews, and secondary research.
• Build a strong relationship with solar service industry stakeholders. Engage with them through frequent conversations, conference presentations, webinars, and one-on-one briefings.
• Provide high-quality client service to research subscribers through responding to inquiries, one-on-one conversations, and special events.
• Collaborate with peers across Wood Mackenzie to support research reports, conferences, marketing services, editorial coverage and sporadic consulting projects.
• Grow to be a thought leader of solar O&M globally. Support the development of potential insight pieces for clients and the broader industry. Present Wood Mackenzie’s research at industry events around the globe.

About You

• Mandarin proficiency is mandate
• Familiar with the solar industry and major vendors across the solar industry value chain, especially service providers.
• Strong technical background. Knowledgeable about solar cost components and how they influence broader market trends, particularly the aftersales market dynamics. Understand the major technology trends, pros and cons of various technologies and their competitive position in the market.
• Experienced with doing market research using public and proprietary data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Interested in using both qualitative and quantitative methods to answer market questions.
• Self-driven. Capable of switching between the roles of an individual contributor and a collaborator.
• Superb communication skills. Comfortable interacting with clients and industry stakeholders.
• An engaging nature, capable of connecting with co-workers, clients, and industry stakeholders in a wide range of professional settings.
• A deep intellectual curiosity about the effect of a wider business landscape.
• Superior writing skills.
• At least two years of experience working in the solar or power industry. Passionate about the renewable industry and energy transition.
• Bachelor’s degree required (advanced degree preferred) in a relevant discipline (e.g., electrical engineering, energy, business, science communications, etc.).

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