Sr. Analyst, Commercial Analysis

Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Qcells is looking for a Senior Analyst, Commercial Analysis to support and assist with the development of community solar and energy storage projects across United States. The Senior Analyst is expected to participate in validation, assessment, and valuation of projects. The analyst will have a great opportunity to learn about and explore the fast-growing renewable energy and energy storage markets. This role puts you at the center of all the action with coordination and collaboration with all of the department’s internal groups, working closely with project origination, engineering, product, grid services, and project finance. This role is based onsite in our Teaneck NJ office. However we will considered remote for the right candidate. Candidates need to be located on the East Coast or in the Midwest.”

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed financial models to evaluate project economics, returns, and risk profiles for acquisitions and greenfield projects.
• Validate assumptions and optimize project economics in collaboration with acquisition and development teams.
• Gather and analyze technical and commercial inputs (e.g., revenue forecasts, capex/opex, equipment specs, production estimates, interconnection costs) for accurate modeling.
• Prepare valuation summaries and support creation of investment committee materials for internal approvals and executive review.
• Conduct market and competitive research to inform pricing, incentive strategies, and revenue forecasts.
• Collaborate with project finance, engineering, and execution teams to refine assumptions and identify key value drivers.
• Prepare client-facing presentations and support commercial team as needed.
• Maintain and update pipeline reports for senior management review and tracking.
• Organize and manage project documentation across multiple data sources to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Support the project development process from conception through completion, including tracking milestones and documenting progress.
• Assist in preliminary solar and energy storage system designs to inform feasibility and cost analysis.
• Perform techno-economic evaluations of new projects and investment opportunities.
• Provide contracting support for acquisition deals, including sensitivity analysis, and calculation of price adjustment mechanisms for term sheets.
• Collaborate with related business units and partners to align objectives and share best practices.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as needed.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in renewable energy, with direct exposure to distributed generation, community solar, and or energy storage
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (including complex formulas, macros, and scenario analysis).
• Familiarity with PV and ESS design tools (HelioScope, Energy Toolbase) and production modeling.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree, ideally in engineering, energy, environmental or sustainability field, or similar level of energy-specific experience.
• Record of attention to detail and analytical thinking with the ability to identify and solve potential risks and challenges.
• Experience supporting M&A transactions or project finance in the renewable sector.
• Knowledge of incentive programs (e.g., state REC programs, ITC/PTC structures).
• Organized and self-motivated.
• Team orientation, can-do attitude and a sense of humor.
  
  

Hanwha Q CELLS America Inc. (“HQCA”) is a Qcells company, one of the world’s largest manufacturers and providers of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions. Headquartered in Irvine, California, HQCA has been rapidly expanding its business in North America through the expansion of products and solutions, including distributed energy solutions, direct-to-homeowner solar sales and financing, and EPC services. We provide an opportunity to be part of an exciting and growing world-class global business in an interesting and expanding industry of the future.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Demands

To comply with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 the essential physical, mental and environmental requirements for this job are listed below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility

Standing

20% of time

Sitting

70% of time

Walking

10% of time

Strength

Pulling

up to 10 Pounds

Pushing

up to 10 Pounds

Carrying

up to 10 Pounds

Lifting

up to 10 Pounds

Dexterity(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Typing

F

Handling

F

Reaching

F

Agility(F = Frequently, O = Occasionally, N = Never)

Turning

F

Twisting

F

Bending

O

Crouching

O

Balancing

N

Climbing

N

Crawling

N

Kneeling

N

The salary range is required by the California Pay Transparency Act and may differ depending on the location of those candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to, skill set, education, licenses and certifications, essential job duties and requirements, and the necessary experience relative to the job’s minimum qualifications.

• This target salary range is for CA positions only and should not be interpreted as an offer of compensation.
  
  

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