Application Guide

How to Apply for Strategy and Business Development Team Member

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is at the forefront of scalable low-carbon solutions, focusing on delivering clean electricity and fuels to both retail and wholesale energy markets. Their mission-driven approach combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability, making them a compelling choice for professionals passionate about combating climate change through innovative energy infrastructure.

About This Role

This role is central to shaping Intersect Power's investment strategy by building first-principles techno-economic models for energy projects. You will own the entire modeling lifecycle, from physical assumptions to validation, directly influencing multi-million dollar decisions and driving the company's growth in the clean energy space.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve refining a Python model for a new solar-plus-storage project, collaborating with the development team to validate physical assumptions, and presenting your findings to the strategy team to inform a go/no-go decision. You'll likely spend time optimizing model runtime and documenting code for scalability, while also researching new market trends to update your assumptions.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • A quantitative expert (Engineering, Physics, Math) who thrives on building models from scratch using first principles, not just tweaking existing code.
  • Proficient in Python and experienced with numerical methods, optimization, and data validation for complex systems.
  • Able to translate technical model outputs into clear, actionable business insights for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Self-driven and comfortable with end-to-end ownership, from conceptual design to implementation and scaling.

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Highlight specific examples of techno-economic models you've built from first principles (e.g., LCOE, battery storage optimization).

2

Demonstrate your Python proficiency by linking to a GitHub repository or providing a code sample relevant to energy modeling.

3

Tailor your resume to emphasize experience with numerical methods, validation, and decision-support analytics.

4

Mention any domain knowledge in energy markets, renewable technologies, or project finance to show industry alignment.

5

Explain how you've improved model speed or scalability in past roles, as the job emphasizes strengthening the analytical platform.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your passion for clean energy and how your modeling skills can drive Intersect Power's mission.", 'Specific examples of building and owning end-to-end models that influenced strategic decisions.', 'Your ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn complex analyses into business insights.', 'Your commitment to continuous improvement in modeling accuracy, speed, and scalability.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Intersect Power's project portfolio and understand their focus on solar, storage, and clean fuels.
  • → Read recent news or press releases about their partnerships and market expansions.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the broader energy transition landscape, including policy drivers like IRA and state-level renewable targets.
  • → Explore their website's 'About' and 'Team' sections to understand their culture and technical leadership.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through a techno-economic model you built from scratch—what assumptions did you make and how did you validate it?
2 How would you model the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) for a solar-plus-storage project?
3 Describe a time you had to communicate a complex technical analysis to a non-technical audience. What was the outcome?
4 How do you approach improving the scalability of an existing model? Give an example.
5 What experience do you have with Python libraries like NumPy, SciPy, or Pandas for numerical modeling?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't reference Intersect Power's specific focus on low-carbon solutions.
  • Overemphasizing data science or machine learning without connecting it to first-principles engineering modeling.
  • Failing to demonstrate end-to-end ownership of a model; avoid vague descriptions like 'contributed to modeling.'

📅 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:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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