About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Renewable Energy & Environmental Finance, Vice President, Technology & Technical Services to join the Renewable Energy and Environmental Financing Team.
In this role, you will:
Lead comprehensive technical diligence of various renewable energy projects (wind, solar, storage) to identify and mitigate risks to investment performance. Successful candidates will have professional experience with renewable energy generation/storage equipment, energy assessment, project technical design, contracting, construction and/or operations and practical understanding of project financing and associated transaction mechanics and contracts.
Knowledge of technical due diligence process includes project management, engagement and collaboration with REEF's Owner's Engineers, Independent Engineers and Clients. Tasks include conducting equipment technical due diligence, negotiating technical inputs to financing documents, leading internal and external technical meetings, managing third-party deliverables (technical Question/Answer logs, reports, etc.), analyzing technical materials (e.g. Independent Engineer and energy yield assessment reports), performing site visits to projects and factories, etc.
Create and negotiate appropriate technical and commercial risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with the deal team.
Contribute to internal credit approval processes including writing credit memoranda and presenting the technical aspects of deals to senior management and credit officers.
Collaborate and consult with diverse industry stakeholders to identify and resolve technical issues in support of investment goals. Candidate is expected to develop and engage a strong network of relationships with project sponsors, independent engineers, consultants, equipment manufacturers, EPC/O&M contractors, and others.
Create and optimize diligence tools, standardize processes/job aids, manage vendors and proactively identify and undertake continuous improvement efforts, including application of automation tools.
Support the Portfolio Management team by providing internal technical consulting to address technical issues in REEF's large portfolio of operating wind, solar, and storage assets as they arise.
Analyze REEF portfolio operational data to investigate project/technology performance, identify trends, and provide actionable feedback to both Origination and Portfolio Management teams.
Complete work in accordance with all risk management, compliance, and business process expectations.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of Environmental Investment Origination experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
Desired Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree in a relevant Engineering discipline.
5+ years' experience in renewable energy/battery energy storage projects, engineering and/or financing.
Master's degree in engineering or MBA considered a plus.
Experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and/or automation tools
Demonstrated proficiency in working in a highly focused, collaborative and fast-paced team environment with a sense of personal accountability and urgency for achieving results.
Demonstrated proficiency in handling multiple projects and deadlines with strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills with ability to develop rapport and credibility with senior bank management, credit officers and sponsors.
Strong analytical skills with ability to solve complex or abstract problems.
Advanced in Microsoft Office Suite-Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.
Job Expectations:
Hybrid work model, four days in the office and one day remote per week.
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.
Physical ability to perform visits to wind/solar/storage construction sites (ability to climb wind turbines for inspection is a plus).
Location:
333 Market, San Francisco, CA
299 S Main St., Salt Lake City, UT
150 E 42nd St., New York, NY
550 S. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC
1300 SW 5th Ave., Portland, OR
Pay Range:
Pay Range: $185,000 - $300,000 USD annual (this range may not be applicable to other locations)
Pay Range
Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.
$185,000.00 - $300,000.00
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/life-at-wells-fargo/benefits) for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date:
25 Jan 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Applicants with Disabilities
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Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy (https://www.wellsfargojobs.com/en/wells-fargo-drug-and-alcohol-policy) to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Req Number: R-514172
