Remote Solar Energy Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Solar Energy Analyst to support projects across South Africa from anywhere. You will develop financial models, conduct market research, and evaluate site-specific data to inform investment decisions and project development.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering, 3–5 years of experience in financial modeling or data analysis, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years in financial modeling, data analysis, or market research in energy.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with financial modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain financial models to assess solar project profitability and ROI.
• Conduct market research on solar technology trends, policy changes, and competition.
• Evaluate site data, energy production estimates, and system performance.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders and potential investors.
• Support proposals and contract negotiations with the business development team.
• Monitor solar assets to identify optimization opportunities.

Skills

Excel

Financial Modeling

Market Research

Solar PV knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Engineering

Tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and motivated Remote Solar Energy Analyst to join their growing team, supporting projects across South Africa from anywhere. This role will focus on evaluating the economic and technical viability of solar energy installations, conducting market research, and developing financial models to support investment decisions. You will work closely with project development, engineering, and finance teams to provide critical insights that drive the expansion of renewable energy solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity for a data-driven professional passionate about renewable energy to contribute significantly to impactful projects, with the flexibility of a fully remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to assess the profitability and ROI of solar energy projects.
• Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis on solar technology trends, policy changes, and competitive landscapes.
• Evaluate site-specific data, energy production estimates, and system performance metrics for solar installations.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and recommendations for internal stakeholders and potential investors.
• Collaborate with the business development team to support proposal generation and contract negotiations.
• Monitor the performance of operational solar assets and identify opportunities for optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial modeling, data analysis, or market research, preferably within the energy or solar industry .
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with financial modeling software.
• Strong understanding of solar PV technology, project finance, and the South African energy market dynamics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in the rapidly expanding solar energy sector .
• A chance to be part of a mission-driven company dedicated to sustainable energy solutions.