Clean Energy Analyst

Galecki Search Associates is seeking a Clean Energy Analyst for GreenieRE in Kansas. The role involves analyzing renewable energy infrastructure projects, assessing risks, and collaborating with teams to support underwriting decisions. Candidates should have 1-4 years of relevant experience in a technical field and a STEM degree. The position focuses on the intersection of insurance and clean energy, requiring strong analytical skills and a willingness to learn.
Our client, GreenieRE, has engaged Galecki Search Associates to find a Clean Energy Analyst to join their team.About GreenieREGreenieRE is a mission-driven insurance entity supporting clean energy projects through innovative reinsurance solutions. Our organization combines insurance expertise with a commitment to equitable decarbonization, leveraging cutting-edge underwriting models to serve underserved communities and small-to-medium-sized businesses.We are seeking a technically-minded and curious Underwriter to join our growing team. This role requires a blend of technical acumen, analytical thinking, and humility to evaluate complex renewable energy infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of experience in a technical discipline (engineering, consulting, or project finance) and a strong appetite to grow into an underwriting career in the clean energy space.This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of insurance, clean energy, and innovation, contributing to projects that shape the future of energy and sustainability.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze submissions for renewable energy infrastructure projects, identifying and assessing technical, financial, and operational risks.Thoroughly review project reports and third-party analyses (often lengthy and complex), extracting key risk indicators and technical considerations for underwriting.Ask insightful, targeted questions to clarify uncertainties in submissions and collaborate with senior underwriters on risk decisions.Leverage your technical background to evaluate clean energy technologies (e.g., solar, wind, biofuels, batteries) and their unique risk profiles.Conduct sensitivity analyses and scenario planning to evaluate potential exposures.Support pricing and underwriting decisions with quantitative insights and technical evaluations.Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders, including MGAs, developers, and engineers, to ensure a thorough understanding of projects.Engage in cross-functional discussions to bridge the gap between technical data and insurance applications.Stay informed about the latest developments in clean energy, regulatory updates, and emerging technologies.Identify potential opportunities and risks in new or evolving market segments.Demonstrate intellectual curiosity and eagerness to learn underwriting fundamentals from senior team members.Contribute to refining processes and tools that support underwriting excellence.QualificationsBachelor's degree in a STEM field (engineering, physics, math, computer science, or similar).1-4 years in clean or renewable energy, engineering consulting, project finance, or a related technical discipline.Ability to understand and analyze complex energy technologies and infrastructure systems.Strong quantitative skills and the ability to synthesize large amounts of technical data into actionable insights.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to ask clear, focused questions and present findings to a multidisciplinary team.Humility to learn and take feedback; hunger to dive into unfamiliar technical material and master it quickly.PreferredFamiliarity with clean and/or renewable energy project development and financing structures (e.g., tax equity, PPAs, decommissioning bonds).Prior exposure to insurance or underwriting processes.Graduate degree (e.g., Master's in Engineering, MBA) or professional certifications (e.g., CFA).Experience in consulting or similar roles requiring rapid problem-solving and adaptation across varied topics.Why Join Us?At GreenieRE, you'll work with a mission-driven team tackling some of the most pressing challenges in decarbonization and sustainable infrastructure. You'll be mentored by seasoned underwriters and industry leaders while shaping innovative approaches to risk in clean energy markets.Location & TravelRemote role with preference for candidates based in the Northeast U.S.Occasional in-person collaboration in Massachusetts may be required.Limited travel to conferences, client meetings, or team events.