Application Guide
How to Apply for Energy Asset Manager
at Intersect Power
🏢 About Intersect Power
Intersect Power is at the forefront of scalable low-carbon solutions, focusing on clean electricity and fuels for both retail and wholesale markets. Their mission-driven approach and commitment to decarbonizing the energy sector make them an exciting place to work for those passionate about climate impact. The company's emphasis on innovation and optimization offers employees the chance to work on cutting-edge projects with tangible environmental benefits.
About This Role
As an Energy Asset Manager at Intersect Power, you will take full ownership of the financial performance and value optimization of operating assets, directly influencing the company's bottom line and sustainability goals. You'll collaborate closely with Trading, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure compliance with complex contracts and maximize portfolio returns. This role is impactful because it bridges financial strategy with operational execution, driving efficiency and profitability in renewable energy assets.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with reviewing daily performance reports for assigned assets, identifying variances from budget, and coordinating with the operations team to address any issues. You'll then spend time updating financial models, analyzing market conditions with the trading team, and preparing for a compliance review of a PPA or O&M agreement. Afternoon meetings could include a budget review with finance and a strategy session with the portfolio manager to optimize cash flows and explore value enhancement opportunities.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For
- A finance or engineering professional with 5–7+ years in energy asset management, project finance, or related roles, who can demonstrate hands-on experience with financial modeling and variance analysis.
- Someone with deep knowledge of PPAs, O&M agreements, LTSAs, and financing contracts, and a proven track record of negotiating and managing these agreements to optimize asset performance.
- A strategic thinker who can develop budgets and forecasts while performing sensitivity analyses to identify value enhancement opportunities in operating assets.
- A collaborative team player who thrives in cross-functional environments, partnering with trading, operations, and finance to improve commercial outcomes.
📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power
Tailor your resume to highlight specific experience with financial modeling of energy assets, including examples of how your analysis led to improved cash flow or contract negotiations.
In your cover letter, explicitly mention your familiarity with PPAs, O&M agreements, and LTSAs, and provide a concrete example of how you managed compliance or renegotiated terms.
Quantify your achievements in previous roles, such as 'Increased asset EBITDA by 15% through proactive contract management' or 'Reduced forecasting variance by 20% using sensitivity analysis.'
Demonstrate your understanding of Intersect Power's focus on low-carbon solutions by connecting your experience to their mission—e.g., mention any work with renewable energy assets or clean fuels.
Research Intersect Power's recent projects and portfolio; mention a specific asset or market (e.g., solar, storage, or wholesale energy) that aligns with your expertise in your application.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Emphasize your experience in financial performance ownership of energy assets, including budgeting, forecasting, and modeling.', 'Highlight your ability to manage complex commercial agreements like PPAs and O&M contracts, with examples of successful compliance or renegotiation.', 'Showcase your collaborative approach with cross-functional teams (trading, operations, finance) to drive commercial outcomes.', "Convey your passion for the clean energy transition and how your skills align with Intersect Power's mission of scalable low-carbon solutions."]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review Intersect Power's portfolio of projects, including their focus on solar, storage, and clean fuels, to understand the asset mix you might manage.
- → Study their recent news or press releases about new projects or partnerships to get a sense of their growth trajectory and market positioning.
- → Familiarize yourself with the key players in the wholesale energy markets where Intersect operates, such as CAISO or ERCOT, as relevant.
- → Research the company's approach to low-carbon solutions and how they differentiate from traditional energy companies.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Avoid generic applications that don't specifically mention energy asset management or the unique contract types (PPAs, LTSAs) required for the role.
- Don't overlook the importance of cross-functional collaboration; failing to highlight teamwork with trading or operations can make you seem too siloed.
- Steer clear of vague financial experience; be ready to discuss specific models, sensitivity analyses, and how you've used them to drive asset performance.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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