Investments Associate, Renewable Energy

Soltage; Jersey City (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Soltage is seeking an Investments Associate to support a strong pipeline of solar and storage projects. The Senior Analyst will build financial models, screen new opportunities and growth markets, and assist in closing project and portfolio financings, M&A activities, and fundings for projects under construction.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years in renewable energy project finance or infrastructure investing, plus Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years in renewable energy project finance/infrastructure investing.
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage financial models for solar PV and storage projects.
• Underwrite and perform due diligence across Development to Construction.
• Prepare financing materials for Investment Committee.
• Support financing, structuring, and M&A transactions.
• Monitor incentives and market trends for solar/storage projects.
• Understand electricity/capital markets (tax equity, non-recourse debt, etc.).
• Present reports on projects, financial results, and research.

Skills

Financial modeling

Renewable energy finance

M&A experience

Investment screening

PowerPoint presentations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Soltage - Investments Associate

Soltage is a leader in the development, financing, and operation of distributed utility-scale solar, storage and solar + storage assets for commercial, industrial, municipal, and utility customers across the United States. Soltage has developed more than 135 solar energy projects, with more than 600 MW total distributed generating capacity in operation or under construction and invested over $1.5 billion to date into the US clean energy sector.

Position Description

Soltage is seeking an Investments Associate to support the execution of strong pipeline of solar and storage projects. As a key member of the Investments team, the Senior Analyst will be responsible for building financial models, screening new investment opportunities and growth markets, supporting closing of project and portfolio financings, M&A acquisitions, and managing fundings for projects under construction.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and manage financial models for solar PV and storage projects. Expert-level Excel modeling is a core competency for the role.
• Participate in all aspects of project underwriting and due diligence activities covering inputs from Engineering, Development, and senior management. Validating assumptions and fool-proofing models as projects progress from Development to Construction.
• Coordinate drafting and delivery of financing materials for Investment Committee.
• Support the origination, structuring, and execution of project financing and M&A transactions.
• Monitor state and federal renewable incentive programs and future trends for new and existing solar and storage projects.
• Develop an understanding of different electricity and capital markets for electricity generating assets (tax equity, lease/buybacks, partnership flips, non-recourse debt and corporate ownership).Support execution of offtake for the pipeline.
• Present oral or written reports on projects, financial results and research.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Experience and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ of relevant experience in renewable energy project finance or infrastructure investing:
  • 3+ years of Investment Banking/Private Equity internship, employment, or coursework preferred.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future employment visa sponsorship from the Company.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior listening, critical thinking, writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability and willingness to work in a dynamic team environment.

Location

This is a full-time, hybrid position based out of Soltage’s headquarters in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Soltage is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of discrimination.