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Senior Solar Energy Analyst
GreenPowerMonitor, a DNV company. Conduct long-term solar resource and energy production assessments for utility-scale, distributed generation, commercial and industrial, community solar, residential, and hybrid renewable energy projects.
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in solar resource assessment, energy production modeling, and performance analysis, with strong statistical data-analysis skills and proficiency in relevant software tools. Capable of effectively communicating technical findings to diverse audiences and contributing to continuous improvement in methodologies and deliverables.
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Solar Resource AssessmentEnergy Production ModelingStatistical Data AnalysisPython Data Science PackagesSolar Modeling Software
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Hard Skills
Solar Resource Assessment PrinciplesEnergy Production ModelingStatistical Data AnalysisMeasure-Correlate-Predict (MCP) AnalysisPhotovoltaic System OperationData Analysis Software ProficiencyAnalytical Output EvaluationProject ManagementTechnical Report PreparationQuality Assurance Activities
Soft Skills
Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCollaborationCritical ThinkingProblem Solving
Tools & Technologies
ExcelPythonJupyter NotebooksGitSolarFarmerPlantPredictPVcasePVSystPvlibSAM
Industry Keywords
Utility-Scale SolarDistributed GenerationCommunity SolarHybrid Renewable EnergyQHSSE Mindset
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesNumpyPandasPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Conduct long-term solar resource and energy production assessments for utility-scale, distributed generation, commercial and industrial, community solar, residential, and hybrid renewable energy projects.
- Analyze solar and climatic datasets, perform energy modeling, predict energy production, and conduct statistical uncertainty analyses.
- Analyze operational production and performance data from solar plants.
- Evaluate resource variability, derive modeling parameters, and assess system losses including degradation.
- Support bankable energy yield assessments for project development, financing, acquisition, and operational decision-making.
- Prepare technical reports and ensure deliverable quality according to DNV standards.
- Collaborate with team members on assumptions and methodologies.
- Communicate technical findings and project outcomes to customers and stakeholders.
- Conduct technical review and quality assurance activities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of solar energy assessment methodologies and deliverables.
- Help implement current industry methods, tools, and technologies.
- Contribute to process improvements and support development and maintenance of analytical tools and software workflows.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's Degree in relevant engineering, atmospheric science, mathematics, environmental science, or related quantitative field.
- Minimum Five (5) years of experience performing a similar role in North America.
- Comprehensive understanding of solar resource assessment principles, solar energy production modeling, solar plant performance analysis, and photovoltaic system operation.
- Experience conducting Measure-Correlate-Predict (MCP) analyses and understanding solar resource variability and its impact on long-term energy estimates.
- Strong statistical data-analysis skills, with proficiency in Excel, Python, or other data-analysis software.
- Proficiency with Python data science packages (e.g., Pandas, NumPy), Jupyter notebooks, version control systems (e.g., Git), and software development workflows.
- Experience with industry-standard solar modeling software such as SolarFarmer, PlantPredict, PVcase, PVSyst, pvlib, SAM, or similar tools.
- Ability and experience using approved AI tools for data analysis, coding, quality checks, research, and technical drafting, with independent output validation and protection of confidential information.
- Ability to critically evaluate analytical outputs, identify inconsistencies, and investigate unexpected results.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel.
- Strong overall computer skills and ability to learn multiple software tools.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Proven QHSSE mindset.
- Successful pre-employment background and drug screening.
- Able to sit for long periods when working in the office.
- Experience with advanced degree and eight years of experience is preferred, not required.
- Immigration-related employment benefits, including visa sponsorship, are not available.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plans available to all employees
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accident and critical illness options for you and your family
- Workplace strategies for mental help resources
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match
- Company provided life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Education Assistance Program
- Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
- Consumer discounts and rewards through our BenefitsHub
- Advancement opportunities