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Renewable Energy Analyst (Entry-Level) (Jersey City)

Confidential Client•Energy & Utilities
Entry LevelFull-timeHybrid$69,673
Five Corners, New Jersey
8 Days Ago

The Confidential Client Energy Analyst (Entry-Level) supports critical analytical functions across development, finance, and operations within a clean energy company. This role involves building economic and energy production models, conducting market and policy research, supporting due diligence, and preparing reports to inform strategic decisions. The position offers a hybrid work environment with mentorship and growth opportunities in a dynamic renewable energy portfolio.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Clean energy (renewable energy) company that develops, builds, owns and operates utility-scale solar, wind and battery energy storage projects across the United States.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

This entry-level analyst role sits at the analytical heart of a growing clean-energy platform. You’ll support development, finance and operations with data, models and clear analysis. Typical responsibilities include:

  • Build and maintain models for project economics, energy production forecasts and market analysis
  • Conduct research on electricity markets, policy, technology and competitors to inform strategy
  • Support due diligence on new projects and acquisitions, aggregating and validating data from multiple teams
  • Analyze operating fleet performance and report trends, variances and improvement opportunities
  • Prepare clear reports, dashboards and slide decks for project teams and senior leadership
  • Provide data and analysis to support interconnection filings, permitting and site selection
  • Improve and automate spreadsheets, tools and datasets used across the organization
  • Collaborate with development, finance and operations teams to turn analysis into actionable recommendations

What We’re Looking For

We hire for aptitude and attitude. The technical baseline and mindset that succeed here include:

  • 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 and high comfort level with Excel; exposure to Python, SQL or data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.) is a plus
  • Attention to detail and strong numerical discipline
  • Clear written and verbal communication; ability to translate analysis into concise insights
  • Initiative, curiosity and the ability to take ownership of projects
  • Authorization to work in the United States
  • Internship or project experience in energy, finance or data analysis is a plus but not required

Compensation & Benefits

  • Base salary: $80,000 - $100,000, depending on experience
  • Hybrid work from our Five Corners, NJ office
  • Health, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; generous PTO
  • Structured development path with mentorship from experienced analysts and managers
  • Exposure to development, finance and operations across solar, wind and battery storage projects
  • Support for professional development and further study

Why Join

This is a hands-on role where your models and reports will directly inform project and investment decisions. If you want rapid learning, real responsibility and a clear growth path in the renewable-energy sector, this role offers exposure across development, finance and operations at an operating clean-energy platform.


Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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