FuelCell Energy · 1 week ago
Project Finance Specialist
Danbury, CT, US, 06810
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
7+ years expFuelCell Energy is a global leader in decarbonizing power and producing hydrogen through proprietary fuel cell technology. They are seeking a senior-level finance professional with expertise in financial modeling, pricing, and project finance, particularly in renewable energy, to drive strategic impact in carbon capture and renewable natural gas initiatives.
EnergyFuelManufacturingRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Direct the development and execution of financial strategies that support FuelCell Energy’s long-term growth, including capital allocation, investment prioritization, and risk management across global operations
Serve as the principal finance advisor for sales, finance, and executive leadership, delivering thought leadership and strategic analysis to enable successful commercial transactions and financing (corporate, construction, working capital, and project)
Lead financial evaluations for high-value investment decisions and customer contracts, including asset sales and long-term service agreements (e.g., power purchase agreements). Present recommendations to the executive leadership
Direct collaboration with Commercial Sales and Business Development to evaluate new business opportunities, structure complex deals, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives
Design, negotiate, and implement sophisticated project finance and capitalization strategies, optimizing capital structure and risk mitigation for internal and external stakeholders
Advise customers and finance partners on maximizing project and asset returns through innovative financial solutions
Oversee the development, integrity, and continuous improvement of corporate and project finance models. Mentor and guide junior and mid-level finance staff through projects and customer sale evaluations
Cultivate and expand relationships with key stakeholders (tax equity investors, strategic partners, lenders, customers), representing FuelCell Energy at the highest levels
Champion cross-functional initiatives, demonstrating flexibility, initiative, and exemplary leadership
Travel: Up to 20%, both domestic and international
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or relevant discipline with demonstrable experience
7–10 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, modeling, and project finance, with a focus on renewable energy, utilities, or advanced manufacturing
Proven ability to design and implement complex financial models for large-scale, multi-party projects, including structuring debt and equity financing
Demonstrated success in leading pricing strategy, business planning, and managing the full lifecycle of project development and finance, with measurable impact on organizational growth
Proven ability to lead pricing strategy, business planning, and the full life cycle of project development/finance
Strong leadership capability, experience mentoring or overseeing junior staff, and an ability to drive business results through collaboration
Excellent communication, project management, documentation, and presentation skills
Strong Microsoft Excel skills: proficiency in other Office applications required
Outstanding time management skills, with high flexibility, creativity, and ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Must be able to drive an automobile, use a computer, and travel by plane
Willingness to wear required PPE (e.g., safety glasses, shoes, hard hats, respirators) as designated by project or site requirements
Must have or be able to obtain a valid Passport
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company-paid life/disability insurance
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Generous paid leave
Company
FuelCell Energy
FuelCell Energy is an integrated fuel cell company that designs, manufactures, installs, services, and operates
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
FuelCell Energy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (6)
2024 (6)
2023 (8)
2022 (3)
2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$468.77MKey Investors
Export-Import Bank of the United StatesNatural Resources CanadaClean Resource Innovation Network
2025-12-01Post Ipo Debt· $25M
2024-08-21Grant· $4.34M
2024-04-29Post Ipo Debt· $13M
Leadership Team
Michael Bishop
Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
Amanda Schreiber
Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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