Remote Offshore Wind Energy Analyst
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Engineering
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Energy/Power Generation
Renewable Energy, Wind Energy
About the Role Our client, a global leader in sustainable energy solutions, is seeking a highly analytical and motivated Remote Offshore Wind Energy Analyst to join their dynamic, remote-first team. This position is integral to our strategic expansion into offshore wind power generation, focusing on market analysis, feasibility studies, and policy development. You will be responsible for evaluating potential offshore wind sites, assessing technological advancements, analyzing market trends, and contributing to the financial modeling of projects.
Working from your home office, you will collaborate closely with international teams of engineers, project managers, and finance experts. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative skillset, a deep understanding of the offshore wind industry, and excellent communication abilities to articulate complex findings. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects in a rapidly growing sector, with the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote position.
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis on global offshore wind industry trends, policies, and competitive landscape.
- Evaluate and rank potential offshore wind project development sites based on technical, economic, and environmental factors.
- Analyze and interpret wind resource data, bathymetry, grid connection availability, and environmental constraints.
- Develop and maintain financial models to assess the economic viability and profitability of offshore wind projects.
- Support the preparation of bid documents, investment proposals, and project documentation.
- Collaborate remotely with internal and external stakeholders, including engineers, environmental specialists, and regulatory bodies.
- Stay abreast of technological innovations and best practices in offshore wind turbine technology, foundation design, and installation methods.
- Assist in the identification and mitigation of project risks.
- Prepare clear and concise reports, presentations, and data visualizations for management and project teams.
- Master's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Economics, Environmental Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in renewable energy analysis, with a specific focus on offshore wind is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis software (e.g., Excel, R, Python).
- Familiarity with GIS software and wind resource assessment tools (e.g., Windographer, WAsP).
- Understanding of offshore wind technologies, supply chains, and project development processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information effectively.
- Self-motivated, highly organized, and capable of working independently in a remote setting.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a virtual team environment across different time zones.
- Knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting processes for offshore developments is a plus.
- Our client offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees, including health coverage and professional development allowances.
- This fully remote role provides exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.
Join our client and make a tangible impact on the future of clean energy from anywhere in the world.
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