Associate, Machinery & Equipment (Renewable Energy Industry) – Valuation Advisory

Stout • Chicago, IL

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Stout’s Valuation Advisory professionals help clients gain confidence by bringing clarity to the most complex valuation matters. As one of the largest independent valuation practices in the country, we provide specialized experience across a broad spectrum of industries. You will work closely with senior team members to develop foundational valuation skills while contributing to well-supported analyses for engagements involving personal property, complex property, and special income generating tangible assets. Renewable Energy Industry Focus: Solar, Wind, Biomass, Hydroelectric, Battery Storage, and Hydrogen projects.

Requirements

• 0-2 years of relevant internship or professional experience.
• 4-year degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or other quantitative discipline.
• Ability to travel.
• Foundational understanding of financial theory, economics, accounting principles, and financial statement analysis.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a genuine interest in renewable energy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; ability to build organized analyses and clearly document workpapers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize findings clearly and professionally.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and a willingness to ask thoughtful questions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and respond effectively to feedback.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and accountability for work quality.
• Professional presence and ability to build productive relationships with clients, colleagues and leadership.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework, internship, or project experience involving valuation and renewable energy is preferred but not required.
• Work toward professional designations such as ASA and/or CFA.
• Familiarity with or interest in using AI tools and technology to improve productivity, research, and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform valuations of renewable energy projects for project finance, tax, financial reporting, and portfolio valuation purposes.
• Perform field inspections when required as part of a valuation project.
• Participate in client or management meetings providing substantive input on valuation methodologies, assumptions and conclusions.
• Prepare comprehensive deliverables and supporting analysis including presentations, analysis packets, and written narrative reports that are submitted for review by our senior level professionals and delivery to our clients.
• Use AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to improve research, analysis, and deliverable preparation while following firm standards.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life
• Flexible work schedules
• Discretionary time off policy
• Annual bonus plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level