Energy Analyst (Entry-Level)

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Naperville, ILFresher1h agovia LinkedIn

About the Role

We are a clean energy company developing, building, owning, and operating renewable projects across the United States, with a portfolio in utility-scale solar, wind, and battery energy storage (BESS). Our Naperville team supports projects across Illinois and the wider Midwest. We are seeking an entry-level analyst to contribute to this growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Building and maintaining models for project economics, energy production, and market analysis.
  • Conducting research on markets, policies, technologies, and competitors to support strategic decisions.
  • Supporting due diligence on new projects and acquisitions, working with data from across the business.
  • Analyzing performance data from the operating fleet and reporting on trends and improvements.
  • Preparing clear reports, dashboards, and presentations for project teams and senior leadership.
  • Supporting the development team with data for interconnection applications, permitting, and site selection.
  • Improving spreadsheets, tools, and datasets used by the company.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, engineering, environmental science, data analytics, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated interest in renewable energy and the clean energy transition.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Real comfort in Excel.
  • Experience with Python, SQL, or data visualization tools is a plus.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication.
  • Initiative and curiosity.
  • Authorization to work in the United States.
  • Internship or project experience in energy, finance, or data analysis is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

  • Aptitude and attitude are valued; we invest in developing our people.

Offerings

  • $80,000 - $100,000 base salary, depending on experience.
  • Hybrid working from our Naperville office.
  • A structured development path with mentorship.
  • Exposure to development, finance, and operations across three technologies.
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous PTO.
  • Support for professional development and further study.
  • The opportunity to grow with a company building and operating clean energy assets.

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