Project Analyst

Scale Microgrids

Project Analyst building exciting microgrid projects for Scale Microgrids. Empowering Business Development by turning opportunities into bankable projects ready for construction.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeSanta Monica • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You will play a key role in building exciting microgrids by empowering the Business Development team and helping them turn identified opportunities into innovative, high-performing, and bankable projects ready for construction.
Evaluate project economics based on utility savings, grid-services revenue, financing costs, etc.
Optimize microgrid design, including solar, batteries, and generators, to solve customer problems and generate attractive returns.
Optimize the Distributed Energy Resources dispatch strategy based on the customer’s load profile, utility rates, and demand response programs.
Use and help develop Scale's proprietary microgrid optimization platform.
Use and help develop Scale's Python and spreadsheet-based tools.
Use third-party industry tools such as Helioscope, etc. (This can be learned; experience is appreciated but not a prerequisite.)
Assist the BD team with proposal development, client calls, presentations, etc.
Interface with SMS engineering, finance, and project management departments.
Nurture relationships with internal peers and external partners.
Help build a department that will be key to the company’s rapid growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have an undergraduate degree in engineering, finance, physics, economics, or a related technical field.
Have 1-2 years of experience working in energy, utilities, or a related industry.
Energy project analysis experience is a plus, and advanced degrees or specific undergraduate experience can substitute for relevant work experience.
Comfortable using Python and Excel at an intermediate or above level.
Be able to thrive with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment.
Take ownership of your projects and assignments and see them through to success.
Be intellectually excited about energy and seek opportunities to learn more and grow your knowledge.
Be comfortable giving thoughtful feedback to your peers and even supervisors.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical benefits
paid vacation
paid holidays
401K matching

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Hard Skills & Tools

Microgrid DesignProject EconomicsData AnalysisEnergy Project AnalysisDistributed Energy Resources Optimization

Soft Skills

OwnershipCollaborationFeedback CommunicationAdaptabilityIntellectual Curiosity