Manager, Project Finance

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Hanwha Energy USA , headquartered in Houston, Texas, is part of the Hanwha Group—a FORTUNE Global 300 company and one of South Korea’s most respected business enterprises. With over a decade of experience delivering high-quality, utility-scale energy projects across North America, Hanwha Energy USA has evolved into a comprehensive energy solutions provider. Our portfolio now spans utility-scale renewables, natural gas generation, retail electricity, and strategic partnerships that power America’s growing data center industry.

Our expertise covers the entire energy value chain—from project development and engineering to construction, operations, and maintenance. By integrating advanced technologies, proven processes, and strong partnerships, we deliver reliable, customized solutions that meet the dynamic needs of local energy markets.

Hanwha Energy USA is actively advancing strategic initiatives in natural gas generation and data center development, including hyperscaler solutions on both sides of the meter. We are proud to serve as the parent company of:

Hanwha Renewables – specializing in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS)

Chariot Energy – providing retail electricity services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers in deregulated markets

POSITION OVERVIEW

Hanwha Energy USA is seeking a highly analytical Manager, Project Finance to support the development, evaluation, and execution of financing solutions across renewable energy, battery storage, power generation, and energy infrastructure investments.

The Manager will work closely with the Director, Project Finance and internal stakeholders to evaluate financing alternatives, build financial models, support transaction execution, and assist in optimizing project capital structures.

The employee may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by management. All duties will be assigned in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Modeling & Analysis

Develop and maintain project finance and investment models.

Analyze project returns, financing structures, and capital deployment scenarios.

Perform sensitivity analyses and evaluate key project assumptions.

Support financial planning and transaction underwriting activities.

Transaction Execution

Assist in the structuring and execution of debt, tax equity, and strategic financing transactions.

Coordinate due diligence activities with lenders, investors, consultants, and legal counsel.

Support negotiation and review of financing agreements and transaction documentation.

Manage transaction workstreams to ensure successful execution.

Capital Structure Optimization

Evaluate financing alternatives and recommend optimal solutions.

Assess project-level and portfolio-level financing strategies.

Support refinancing, recapitalization, and portfolio optimization efforts.

Analyze market conditions and financing trends.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with development, investments, accounting, tax, treasury, and legal teams.

Prepare executive presentations and investment committee materials.

Provide financial analysis supporting strategic business decisions.

Q UALIFICATIONS

Required

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or related field.

5–8 years of experience in project finance, investment banking, infrastructure finance, corporate finance, or structured finance.

Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.

Knowledge of debt financing, project finance, and investment analysis.

Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

MBA, CFA, CPA, or advanced degree.

Renewable energy, power generation, battery storage, or data center financing experience.

Experience supporting debt, tax equity, and institutional financing transactions.

Knowledge of energy markets and infrastructure investments.

COMPENSATION: $140,000 - $155,000 salary

Attention external recruitment firms, we will not accept any unsolicited resumes at this time. Please do not contact any internal member of our company to discuss the position or to solicit candidates.

Hanwha Energy USA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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