Senior Manager, Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) - Array Technologies, Inc

Senior Manager, Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE)

Job Summary:

As a Renewable Energy Senior Manager within our global renewable energy firm, you will play a critical role in driving decision-making processes by developing and maintaining a Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE) model, ensuring reliability assessments, working with 3^rd party stakeholders, and coordinating with sales/marketing teams. You will be responsible for developing a sophisticated understanding of Array’s positioning in all aspects effecting LCOE and Return on Customer Investment when using Array products.  You will utilize a range of analytical tasks aimed at optimizing project performance and enhancing market competitiveness in the renewable energy sector.

Key Job Responsibilities:

LCOE Modeling:

• Develop and maintain sophisticated LCOE models to evaluate the economic viability of renewable energy projects across different technologies and geographies.
• Analyze and obtain input on various cost components, including capital expenditures, operating expenses, financing costs, insurance costs, and revenue streams to determine the overall cost-effectiveness of projects.
• Continuously refine and update LCOE models to incorporate evolving market dynamics, technological advancements, and regulatory changes.
• Work with various 3^rd party organizations and obtain industry insight to inform aspects of the LCOE model.

Reliability Assessment:

• Conduct comprehensive reliability assessments for renewable energy assets, identifying potential risks and opportunities to enhance asset performance and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to analyze historical performance data, identify reliability trends, and implement strategies to mitigate downtime and maximize uptime.

Coordination with Sales/Marketing:

• Work closely with sales and marketing teams to develop compelling value propositions and tailor product offerings to meet the specific needs of target markets.
• Provide analytical support to sales efforts, including the preparation of customized financial models, feasibility studies, and cost-benefit analyses to facilitate customer engagement and decision-making.
• Translate technical insights and market trends into actionable recommendations for sales and marketing strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and market demands.
• Serve as Array’s expert in LCOE discussions with customers and key internal and external stakeholders.

Market Intelligence:

• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and regulatory developments to stay abreast of market dynamics and identify emerging opportunities and threats.
• Analyze market data and conduct benchmarking exercises to assess the relative performance of our renewable energy offerings and identify areas for differentiation and competitive advantage.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, engineering, product management, and regulatory affairs, to ensure alignment of strategies and objectives across the organization.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on renewable energy economics and market dynamics, providing insights and guidance to support strategic decision-making at the corporate level.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Prior experience in renewable energy project finance, financial modeling, or LCOE analysis preferred, familiarity with O&M and lifecycle management a plus.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in quantitative analysis and financial modeling.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Deep understanding of renewable energy technologies, market trends, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools, such as Excel, MATLAB, Python, or other statistical analysis software. 

At Array Tech, Inc, we strive to lead with our culture, and believe that our people are a key enabler of our future state. Our total rewards philosophy supports Array’s ability to attract, develop, and retain our employees. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and wellness programs that align with the local markets where we do business. 

Array Tech, Inc. offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.