Senior Energy Consultant -- Engineering, Finance, and Economics

Overview

A leading organization in the Energy & Utilities sector is seeking a Senior Energy Consultant specializing in Engineering Finance and Economics. This role supports financial strategy, forecasting, and performance management initiatives to enhance business visibility and decision-making. The position involves partnering with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to improve planning processes, financial discipline, controls, and resource allocation. It offers the opportunity to influence enterprise performance and scalable financial operations within the energy industry.

Location: Remote (US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $134,546 – $205,557 annually

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial models for new energy projects
• Conduct due diligence evaluations of power projects
• Develop operations and maintenance (O&M) cost estimates for existing power plants
• Perform feasibility studies for proposed power projects
• Prepare economic evaluations for power plant retirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or engineering
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in the power industry
• Proven expertise in financial modeling of energy projects
• Technical knowledge of multiple power generation technologies such as solar, wind, nuclear, etc.
• Familiarity with revenue requirements for power plants is preferred

Desired Skills and Experience

• Proficiency with financial modeling software (e.g., Excel, MATLAB)
• Experience with power generation technologies (solar, wind, nuclear, thermal)
• Familiarity with project management software
• Skills in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with energy modeling software (e.g., HOMER, RETScreen)
• Knowledge of energy management systems (EMS)
• Ability to manage and analyze data using SQL databases
• Programming skills in languages such as Python for automation and process improvement
• Understanding of machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) to leverage AI in engineering workflows

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid personal, sick, and vacation time
• Paid parental and bereavement leave
• Flexible work arrangements

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but bring valuable backgrounds and perspectives.