Project Analyst

Job description

**The Role** You will play a key role in building exciting microgrids by empowering the Business Development team and helping them turn identified opportunities into innovative, high-performing, and bankable projects ready for construction. You will also assist in designing and developing processes and workflows, enabling efficient project development at a grander scale. This role will report to our Director of Project Analysis and be based in Santa Monica, CA. Key responsibilities will include: - Evaluate project economics based on utility savings, grid-services revenue, financing costs, etc. - Optimize microgrid design, including solar, batteries, and generators, to solve customer problems and generate attractive returns. - Optimize the Distributed Energy Resources dispatch strategy based on the customer’s load profile, utility rates, and demand response programs. - Use and help develop Scale's proprietary microgrid optimization platform. - Use and help develop Scale's Python and spreadsheet-based tools. - Use third-party industry tools such as Helioscope, etc. (This can be learned; experience is appreciated but not a prerequisite.) - Assist the BD team with proposal development, client calls, presentations, etc. - Interface with SMS engineering, finance, and project management departments. - Nurture relationships with internal peers and external partners. - Help build a department that will be key to the company’s rapid growth. **The Ideal Candidate** - Have an undergraduate degree in engineering, finance, physics, economics, or a related technical field. - Have 2 years of experience working in energy, utilities, or a related industry. - Energy project analysis experience is a plus, and advanced degrees or specific undergraduate experience can substitute for relevant work experience. - Comfortable using Python and Excel at an intermediate or above level. - Be able to thrive with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment. - Take ownership of your projects and assignments and see them through to success. - Be intellectually excited about energy and seek opportunities to learn more and grow your knowledge. - Be comfortable giving thoughtful feedback to your peers and even supervisors.