Senior Solar Energy Analyst

Company Overview

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, green fuels and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence. 

Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.  

Headquartered in San Francisco, Pattern has a portfolio of 30 power facilities and transmission assets across North America, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers. 

Job Purpose

The weather is driving the supply and demand of our electricity as more renewables come online. The Meteorology Team, within our Fundamentals Team, is seeking a Senior Solar Energy Analyst who is interested in supporting the energy transition and has a passion for understanding how weather and climate play a key role. The position will report to the Director of Energy Assessment and will support energy assessments utilized across varying technologies (e.g., wind, solar, storage, green fuels) with most of the focus within our solar development pipeline. This position will work closely with project developers and several other business units within the company ranging from finance, engineering, procurement, construction, and asset management. The position will also be responsible for working with third-party consultants and their respective deliverables to the team.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct energy assessments for preconstruction development projects that include meteorological data analysis, solar irradiance modelling, source selections, site design / optimizations, uncertainties, and off-taker expectations. 
• Support performance monitoring of operational solar projects through modelling and analytics.
• Support cross functional stakeholders through best practices and provide analysis products in order to better determine and improve economic project and portfolio value.
• Analyze meteorological data to understand short- and long-term weather influences on expected energy generation for greenfield sites through operations. Communicate weather and climate risks on project value.
• Support the creation and implementation of new tools and analytics across fundamentals, development, operations, and geospatial technologies that align methods while improving work efficiencies.
• Provide support to other team members through analysis assistance and providing peer review reports on development and operational energy estimates.
• Support Energy Assessment teams across development and operations to implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) through new tools and analytics provided by team Directors.
• Support the Program Manager of Measurements on meteorological data campaign strategies to improve energy estimates, reduce uncertainty, and add to overall project value.
• Support third-party relationships pertaining to energy assessments. Work with Lead, Solar Assessment, to perform due diligence of third-party energy assessments for financing opportunities and acquisitions.

Perform project site visits to support solar array siting and data measurement campaigns where applicable.

Experience/Qualifications/Education Required

• Bachelor's degree in atmospheric sciences, earth sciences, physics, or related field.
• 5+ years of direct, applicable experience in the renewables industry as a meteorologist or  energy analyst performing project siting and energy modeling.
• Working proficiency in Python, R, or other applicable scientific programming languages.
• Proficient in working with SQL databases, PVsyst, PVlib, SAM, and other industry modelling tools/softwares.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to express ideas effectively and fluently.
• Ability to solve complex analyses, understand implication of results, and communicate actionable plans for both internal to the team as well as to other business units.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment where teamwork and independent work ethic are essential.
• Ability to organize time well and set proper priorities.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 USD - $122,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern’s compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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