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.