Remote Solar Energy Analyst

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,469,000 - 1,959,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Work from anywhere

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Home office setup allowance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Our client is seeking a dedicated and analytical Solar Energy Analyst to join their expanding, remote-first team. This position focuses on evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of solar energy projects, conducting market research, and providing data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

You will play a crucial role in identifying new opportunities and optimizing existing solar assets from anywhere in the world.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in solar energy analysis, project development, or a related role.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and using relevant software (e.g., Excel, PVsyst, SAM).
• Excellent understanding of solar PV systems, energy markets, and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Analyze solar resource data, site characteristics, and energy production potential for new and existing projects.
• Perform detailed financial modeling and economic analysis of solar investments, including ROI and LCOE calculations.
• Conduct market research on solar technology trends, policy changes, and competitive landscapes.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and clients, summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate remotely with engineering, finance, and business development teams to support project pipeline growth.
• Develop and maintain databases of project performance data and market intelligence.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Excel

PVsyst

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related quantitative field

Tools

PVsyst

SAM

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and analytical Solar Energy Analyst to join their expanding, remote-first team. This position focuses on evaluating the technical and economic feasibility of solar energy projects, conducting market research, and providing data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making. You will play a crucial role in identifying new opportunities and optimizing existing solar assets from anywhere in the world. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute to the growth of renewable energy without the need for relocation, working within a flexible and collaborative virtual environment that values expertise and autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze solar resource data, site characteristics, and energy production potential for new and existing projects.
• Perform detailed financial modeling and economic analysis of solar investments, including ROI and LCOE calculations.
• Conduct market research on solar technology trends, policy changes, and competitive landscapes.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for internal stakeholders and clients, summarizing findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate remotely with engineering, finance, and business development teams to support project pipeline growth.
• Develop and maintain databases of project performance data and market intelligence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in solar energy analysis, project development, or a related role.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, data analysis, and using relevant software (e.g., Excel, PVsyst, SAM).
• Excellent understanding of solar PV systems, energy markets, and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Complete flexibility to work from any location.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to be a key contributor to the global solar energy transition with a forward-thinking company.