What are the responsibilities and job description for the Analyst - Capital Markets position at rPlus Energies?
Company Overview
rPlus Energies is a team of committed energy industry professionals working together to develop large-scale renewable energy generation and electric storage projects in the United States. rPlus Energies is a market leader in the western US with a proven track record of delivering projects to utility and corporate customers on time and on budget. rPlus Energies specializes in bringing projects to market through partnership with the private sector, municipalities, utilities, and industry-leading technology and service providers. Its portfolio consists of a strategic mix of solar, solar plus battery, wind, and pumped storage hydro facilities. Our company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and is backed by Gardner Group and Sandbrook Capital.
Position Overview
The Analyst – Capital Markets role is a high-responsibility, lead analyst position that will be developed to perform at a best-in-class level within rPlus’ project finance and capital markets group.Primary responsibilities include supporting third-party, project-level debt and tax equity transactions, evaluating strategic M&A opportunities, and managing related project financing matters. This role will work closely with cross-functional rPlus teams, third-party stakeholders, financial counterparties, and external investors on debt and tax equity financings for renewable energy projects.The ideal candidate is highly organized, a thoughtful problem-solver, team-oriented, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. A successful candidate will also demonstrate a strong interest in clean energy and a desire to develop expertise in project finance and capital markets.
General Responsibilities
rPlus Energies is a team of committed energy industry professionals working together to develop large-scale renewable energy generation and electric storage projects in the United States. rPlus Energies is a market leader in the western US with a proven track record of delivering projects to utility and corporate customers on time and on budget. rPlus Energies specializes in bringing projects to market through partnership with the private sector, municipalities, utilities, and industry-leading technology and service providers. Its portfolio consists of a strategic mix of solar, solar plus battery, wind, and pumped storage hydro facilities. Our company is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah and is backed by Gardner Group and Sandbrook Capital.
Position Overview
The Analyst – Capital Markets role is a high-responsibility, lead analyst position that will be developed to perform at a best-in-class level within rPlus’ project finance and capital markets group.Primary responsibilities include supporting third-party, project-level debt and tax equity transactions, evaluating strategic M&A opportunities, and managing related project financing matters. This role will work closely with cross-functional rPlus teams, third-party stakeholders, financial counterparties, and external investors on debt and tax equity financings for renewable energy projects.The ideal candidate is highly organized, a thoughtful problem-solver, team-oriented, detail-oriented, and self-motivated. A successful candidate will also demonstrate a strong interest in clean energy and a desire to develop expertise in project finance and capital markets.
General Responsibilities
- Partner closely with rPlus project finance leaders to execute third-party debt and tax equity transactions supporting renewable energy projects (typically ranging from $200M to $1B)
- Collaborate with the capital markets team to build and evaluate Excel-based financial models for project financing and M&A opportunities
- Support the lead transactor in managing complex financing processes involving cross-functional internal teams, external counsel, real estate specialists, and third-party consultants
- Support and manage lender and investor due diligence processes
- Perform strategic financial analysis to inform project development decisions, M&A activity, offtake strategy, and corporate financing initiatives
- Develop and support key project finance deliverables, including internal updates and presentations for third-party financiers and the board (via email, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Participate in project meetings related to project finance and capital markets activity
- Partner with development and accounting teams to support construction and operating budget development
- Collaborate cross-functionally with project finance, corporate finance, accounting, asset management, development, construction, legal, and executive leadership teams
- Support additional initiatives as needed
- Strong drive to perform at a best-in-class level, both individually and as part of the rPlus team
- Bachelor’s degree required (finance, economics, business, or energy-related field preferred)
- Master’s degree or CFA designation is a plus
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in renewable energy project finance, tax equity, investment banking, M&A, or project development
- Strong interest in renewable energy and project finance structures
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required) and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Demonstrated experience building, analyzing, and navigating Excel-based financial models
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with evolving priorities
- Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and interest in wholesale electricity markets and renewable energy development
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and a commitment to supporting broader team success
- Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow-through