Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst [Hybrid]

Mergers & Acquisitions And Project Finance Analyst

EDF power solutions North America has been providing clean energy solutions throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico since 1987. We are a market-leading independent power producer and service provider, serving utilities, corporations, industries, communities, institutions, and investors with reliable, low-carbon energy solutions that help meet growing demand.

From developing and building scalable wind (onshore and offshore), solar, storage (battery and pumped storage hydro), smart EV charging, microgrids, green hydrogen, and transmission projects, to maximizing performance and profitability through skilled operations and maintenance and innovative asset optimization, our teams deliver expert solutions along the entire value chain—from origination to commercial operation.

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team environment that fosters our goal of delivering renewable solutions to lead the transition to a sustainable energy future.

EDF power solutions offers best-in-class employee benefits, including the following:

• Competitive bonus incentives. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive health coverage. We provide low-cost health & wellness coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Rewarding 401k. We provide a generous matching contribution.

We are also proud to offer:

• Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
• Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
• Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.

The full pay range for this role is $84,700 to $141,000 annually, and the good faith estimated starting pay for this position upon hire is $101,610 to $118,000 annually. We generally base our salary decisions on factors including but not limited to, relevant work and leadership experience, education, demonstrated performance, internal equity, and in some cases, geographic location.

The Mergers & Acquisitions and Project Finance Analyst focuses on financial modeling, data analysis, and due diligence support for mergers, acquisitions, and project financing transactions. Key responsibilities include building and scrutinizing proforma models, financial structuring, runs sensitivities, manages data rooms, provides transaction support, conducts market research, and prepares pitch books and presentations. This role requires mastery of Excel, proficiency in PowerPoint, strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, effective time management, and clear communication skills.

This position is Hybrid in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo). Minimum of three days a week in-office.

Responsibilities

• M&A and Project Finance
  • Financial Analysis: Supports financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and risk analysis for acquisition and divestiture transactions.
  • Financing Support: Assists in structuring, negotiating, and executing debt and tax equity financing arrangements with lenders and investors, supports credit approvals and closing processes.
  • Transaction Process Management: Supports cross-functional transaction teams (Development, Finance, Legal, Engineering, Procurement) to ensure efficient and timely execution of M&A and project finance transactions. Assists in structuring term sheets and supporting MIPA/PSA negotiations, as well as financing agreements.
  • Due Diligence Management: Assists the entire due diligence process for potential target deals, covering financial, developmental and operational, legal, technological, and other relevant areas.
• Strategic Support
  • Market Origination and Strategic Assessment: Identifies and researches project and platform acquisition opportunities across solar, wind, and storage. Supports pipeline development through proactive engagement with developers and industry contacts.
  • Market Intelligence and Competitive Benchmarking: Monitors industry trends, regulatory developments, and Project Finance/M&A activity to inform strategic positioning and provides insights to internal stakeholders.
• Internal Process Management
  • Internal Stakeholder Coordination and Approvals - Prepares and assists investment memos and executive presentations to obtain approvals from internal Investment Committees and Executive leadership.
  • Supports handover of acquired projects or portfolios to internal teams, including knowledge transfer, commercial obligations, and documentation.
• Digital Tools, Process Improvement
  • Helps optimize M&A and Project Finance tracking systems, templates, dashboards, and databases to increase team efficiency and decision-making transparency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision of Others: None

Working Conditions: 80-90% of the time is spent in the office environment, utilizing computers, frequent use of MS Excel, Power Point, various data bases, telephones, and general office equipment. 10-20% of the time is spent in the field; meeting with appropriate financial representatives and others directly involved in projects that EDF power solution is operating and servicing. 5-10% of their time is spent at conferences, seminars, and other industry-related events.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in economics, finance, accounting, mathematics, engineering or related field required; Master's degree preferred; CPA, CFA desirable
• 2 years of professional experience required
• Minimum of 1 years of experience preferred in renewable energy, energy infrastructure, or finance
• Experience in EIA, ABB, Ventyx, SNL, SEIA / AWEA databases
• Experience in Python or R is a plus
• Experience in presentation software such as Tableau and dashboard development
• Experience building and using project finance and financial structuring models strongly desired

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities :

• Requires strong quantitative and research background.
• Strong knowledge of valuation concepts and DCF analysis
• Tax benefit monetization, partnership taxation and debt experience or knowledge
• Advanced Excel user; knowledge of other database software a plus
• VBA and knowledge of other database software a plus
• Demonstrated capacity for analytical thinking and presentation development
• Ability to work well independently and build relationships with other departments and segments to accomplish objectives
• Proficiency in Spanish or French is a plus

Physical Requirements : (describe any physical demands of the job such as lifting, climbing, standing, stooping, etc.)