Analyst NYPA Renewables

Location:

White Plains, US

Summary

The Renewables Analyst will be responsible supporting origination and development of utility scale projects in support of NYPA’s strategies and New York State targets. The Analyst will help NYPA Renewables transition from its current early stage to a mature, stable and integrated organization within NYPA, that allows NYPA to drive origination, innovation, and growth through strategic climate change investments in Renewables. In addition to leading transmission growth, this team acts as industry change agents supporting utility scale solar, wind integration, energy storage policies, and overall policy and regulation shifts to support electrification and the changing transmission system within New York and how it collaborates with other states/RTO/ISOs. Projects span across various technologies and applications including but not limited to renewable energy, energy storage and transmission.

The Analyst will utilize data analytics, BI and analytical tools like Power BI and MS Excel to perform various technical analysis and economic analysis in support of development projects. The Analyst should have a strong understanding of financial modeling, project budgeting, forecasting and planning; and the ability to perform Business Intelligence (BI) analysis.

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Responsibilities

• Perform financial, economic, and technical analysis to support the assessment of business opportunities.

• Management of projects through development and implementation

• Co-author business cases for new opportunities including the commercial model, alignment with policy, and identification of key risks

• Prepare presentations for various audiences including senior management proposing business opportunities and providing updates on projects in progress

• Support senior Origination and Business Development management in development and negotiations on new opportunities

• Contribute to interdisciplinary project teams to perform due diligence and/or develop new business opportunities

• Coordinate with and manage cross functional teams consisting of various disciplines for projects

• Liaise with external parties including developers, NYISO, NYSERDA, and regulatory agencies, as needed

• Prepare monthly reports on projects and stakeholder activities

• Participate in industry events, trainings, and conferences as needed.

• Support renewable energy and storage project development planning and production cost modeling studies to inform business opportunities

• Act as a liaison between Renewables and both internal and external stakeholders in the development and execution of projects

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of business, financial and technical concepts

• Analytical abilities to think through complex problems

• Ability to support senior team members in renewable energy and storage project development from project origination to siting (physical and regulatory), preparation of financial estimates, and assisting in appropriate regulatory filings.

• Excellent writing skills with ability to summarize analysis

• Solid verbal communication skills including oral presentation

• Ability to work independently on assignments, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines

• Organization skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with colleagues and external organizations from various disciplines and

• cultural backgrounds

• Knowledge and understanding of the New York renewables market and the broader energy industry

• Familiarity with New York’s clean energy goals, including the Clean Energy Standard, the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), and the Accelerated Renewable Energy Growth and Community Benefit Act.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, in engineering, technical field or business preferred.

• Minimum 4 years of related experience in the energy industry preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Approximately 20% travel within NY State.

• Valid driver’s license required.

• Ability to attend meetings/events outside of normal business hours.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $108,060.00 - $148,570.00. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email  accessibility@nypa.gov .

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