Renewable Energy Analyst - Remote

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Renewable Energy Analyst to join their team on a fully remote basis, supporting operations that serve the Eastern Cape region and beyond. The role involves researching, modeling, and forecasting trends in the renewable energy market, evaluating project viability, and delivering data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions.

You will work independently and with a dispersed team, applying advanced data analysis tools to build financial models,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a quantitative field as specified.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in energy market analysis, financial modeling, or consulting with renewables focus.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Python, R) and modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research and data analysis on renewable energy technologies and trends.
• Develop financial models to assess economic feasibility and ROI for new energy projects.
• Analyze policy changes, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics affecting renewables.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management.
• Monitor performance of renewable energy assets and identify optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate with remote colleagues across finance, engineering, and business development.

Skills

Data analysis

Financial modeling

Renewable energy sector knowledge

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering

Tools

Excel

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking Renewable Energy Analyst to join their team on a fully remote basis, supporting operations that serve the Eastern Cape region and beyond. This critical role involves researching, modeling, and forecasting trends in the renewable energy market, evaluating project viability, and providing data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions. You will contribute to shaping the company's investment in and development of sustainable energy solutions, working independently and collaboratively with a dispersed team. This is an ideal opportunity for a data-savvy professional passionate about the transition to clean energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth market research and data analysis on renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, etc.) and trends.
• Develop financial models to assess the economic feasibility and return on investment for new energy projects.
• Analyze policy changes, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics affecting the renewable energy sector.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management and project teams.
• Monitor the performance of existing renewable energy assets and identify opportunities for optimization.
• Collaborate effectively with remote colleagues across various departments, including finance, engineering, and business development.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in energy market analysis , financial modeling, or consulting, with a focus on renewables.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, R) and financial modeling software.
• Strong understanding of the renewable energy sector , including technologies, market drivers, and policy landscape.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote work environment .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and fully remote status.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Home office setup stipend and ongoing professional development support.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the clean energy transition from anywhere.