Senior Solar Energy Analyst

DNV • Houston, TX

5d • $110,000 - $170,000

About The Position

DNV Energy Systems’ Renewables and Power Grids group is seeking a Senior Solar Energy Analyst for its Solar Energy Assessments team. The role provides solar resource and energy assessment services for solar projects across North America. It may be based at any DNV Renewables Advisory office in North America, with preference for candidates located in or willing to relocate to Portland, San Diego, Oakland, Medford (Boston), Seattle, Austin, Houston, or Oak Brook (Chicago). Hybrid work opportunities are available.

The analyst conducts solar resource and energy production assessments, evaluates solar plant operational performance, prepares technical reports, and communicates findings to customers and project stakeholders. The position also contributes to technical reviews, quality assurance, analytical methods, tools, software workflows, and process improvements. The work supports solar project development, financing, acquisition, and operational decision-making.

The role requires a relevant bachelor's degree and at least five years of similar experience in North America, along with expertise in solar resource assessment, energy modeling, performance analysis, statistical analysis, and industry-standard solar modeling tools. An advanced degree and at least eight years of consulting or renewable energy developer experience are preferred. Compensation starts within a stated range of $110,000–$170,000 USD. Pre-employment drug and background screening are conducted. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering, atmospheric science, mathematics, environmental science, or a related quantitative field.
• At least five 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 and proficiency in Excel, Python, or other data-analysis software.
• Proficiency with Python data science packages such as Pandas and NumPy, Jupyter notebooks, version control systems such as 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, while independently validating outputs and protecting confidential information.
• Curiosity and a continuous-improvement mindset, including ability to enhance analytical methods, automate repeatable workflows, and improve project delivery quality and efficiency.
• Ability to critically evaluate analytical outputs, identify inconsistencies, and investigate unexpected results.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Strong overall computer skills and ability to learn multiple software tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written English communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven QHSSE mindset.
• Able to sit for long periods and perform repetitive tasks, including typing and interacting with computers and computer systems for most of the day.
• Pre-employment drug and background screening are conducted.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in engineering, atmospheric science, data science, renewable energy, or a related field.
• At least eight years of experience performing solar energy assessments in a consulting environment or renewable energy developer organization, including direct interaction with customers, project stakeholders, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience managing customer relationships and participating in customer-facing technical discussions, presentations, and project meetings.
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical rigor, customer expectations, and commercial considerations while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• 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 development of bankable energy yield assessments for project development, financing, acquisition, and operational decision-making.
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with team members on assumptions and methodologies.
• Communicate technical findings and project outcomes to customers and other project stakeholders.
• Conduct technical reviews and quality assurance activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of solar energy assessment methodologies and deliverables.
• Work with analysts to ensure current industry methods, tools, and technologies are implemented.
• Contribute to process improvements and support the development and maintenance of analytical tools and software workflows.

Benefits

• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, company holidays, and personal days.
• Multiple medical and dental benefit plans, plus vision benefits.
• Spending accounts, including FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, and company-seeded HSA.
• Employer-paid, therapist-led virtual care services through Talkspace.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-provided life insurance and short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities.
• Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through the Impact Program.
• Paid volunteer time off.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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