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Department

Darcy Solutions Regulatory Department

Reports To

Regulatory Director

Location

Headquarters: Minneapolis, MN

Hybrid (3 days/week in office).

Job Overview

Darcy Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Regulatory Specialist to join our growing company and help shape our future. This person will help drive regulatory compliance, facilitate expansion into new regions, and ensure adherence to environmental standards. Candidates must share our passion for meaningful climate impact, thrive in collaborative problem-solving, and bring both technical depth and innovative thinking to our mission of reducing carbon emissions from heating and cooling.

With funding from the NSF, DOE, USDA, State of Minnesota, and climate investors. Darcy is pioneering a new groundwater-based geothermal approach to sustainable heating and cooling for commercial and multi-family residential buildings. We’re working closely with industry partners to pioneer integrated ground loop-HVAC designs that help customers meet aggressive carbon emissions goals and energy efficiency requirements while lowering costs. Our approach blends elements of water well and geothermal technology, resulting in a novel way to put groundwater to work.

The Regulatory Specialist position offers candidates the chance to be part of an innovative company impacting greenhouse gas emissions in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and leadership. This position reports to the Regulatory Director.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-depth research and prepare detailed written summaries of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements associated with Darcy projects in various locations across the United States.
• Represent Darcy and participate in regulatory agency and policy workgroup functions such as open meetings, workshops, hearings, and private discussions on issues of interest to the company. Prepare summaries of regulatory and policy activities and position papers; make oral briefings to executives, management, and employees.
• Build working relationships with regulators and effectively communicate with regulators regarding technical project issues, regulatory requirements, and developing regulatory policy.
• Manage and prepare regulatory exhibits, data requests, filing packages, comments, and reports for filing with regulatory bodies.
• Oversee the collection of environmental data and evaluate data with regard to regulatory requirements. 
• Manage tracking of regulatory activities and submissions across multiple projects by maintaining tracking systems and ongoing communication with project teams.
• Develop and present training materials on regulatory topics for other Darcy staff in operations, construction, and technical departments.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or other advanced degree in policy, business, or a technical field related to our business (geology, engineering, environmental science).
• 2 to 8 years of experience in regulatory analysis and oversight and/or project management. An advanced degree may substitute for some years of experience. We also encourage professionals with more years of experience to apply, as we are flexible with role-fit for candidates who are especially qualified.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks related to groundwater management, water wells, and/or geothermal systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong project management skills.
• Experience supporting multiple projects on deadline while providing excellent customer service.
• Creative problem-solving skills, and superb time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to succeed in a startup company environment and pace, handling multiple project assignments, and maintaining flexibility, while meeting strict deadlines.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/writing detailed technical data and reports is required.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
  
  Preferred:
• Experience with regulatory analysis and oversight on multiple projects in the fields of groundwater management and/or planning and installation of water wells or geothermal systems.
• Experience working with state and/or federal Underground Injection Control (UIC) regulatory programs.
• Experience evaluating groundwater sampling data and preparing groundwater investigation activity technical reports for submission to regulatory agencies for multiple projects.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Darcy Solutions, we believe diversity is key to driving innovation and fostering a dynamic workplace culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Who We Are

Darcy Solutions is an engineering design and cleantech startup. Our foundational technology was initially conceived by our co-founder and developed while he was a research scientist at the University of Minnesota following the completion of his PhD there. Since spinning out from the University in 2018, we have focused on refining our technology for commercial application and rapidly driving the growth of our company. We installed our first pilot system in 2019, and following the launch of our first commercial system in 2020, we are enjoying strong interest in our geothermal-HVAC system solutions. To support our growing customer project pipeline and the build-out of the business, we are looking forward to welcoming additional talent into our team. The potential for further technology development is tremendous, and it will further enhance our opportunity and mission to significantly reduce carbon emissions from heating and cooling.

Employment Type

The Regulatory Specialist position is a full-time position. We offer a competitive benefits package with full-time employment.

Location

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending in-office collaboration at our New Brighton, MN, office with the flexibility of remote work.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to kathy.jennings@darcysolutions.com explaining your interest in Darcy Solutions and how your skills and experience align with the position.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!nable accommodation during the application or interview process, contact Kathy Jennings.

Department

Darcy Solutions Engineering Department

Reports To

Chief Scientific Officer

Location

Headquarters: Minneapolis, MN

Hybrid (3 days/week in office).

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated R&D Engineer to support Darcy’s technology roadmap under the direction of our Chief Scientific Officer and cross-functional technical leadership. You’ll help accelerate the evolution of Darcy’s geothermal systems by developing new mechanical designs, tools and equipment, test methods, numerical models, and proof-of-concept field demonstrations.

This role blends structured research, modeling, prototyping, technical evaluation, and product development with collaboration among engineering, geology, and field operations teams — advancing innovation while translating ideas into scalable, real-world solutions.

Ideal Candidate & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s or PhD preferred) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering; Materials Science; Energy Systems; Hydrogeology or Geothermal Geophysics; or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of hands-on R&D experience and track record of innovation in mechanical system design, engineering, physics, data analysis, prototype development, or related fields.
• Experience designing and testing mechanical components, tools, and/or products with a focus on performance metrics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document and present technical insights clearly.
• Highly organized, proactive in driving projects to completion, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative startup environment.
  
  Preferred
• Experience with geothermal systems, HVAC equipment, or other energy conversion technologies.
• Knowledge of building energy modeling software (EnergyPlus).
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWork, Inventor) and data analysis environments (Python, MATLAB, etc.).
• Knowledge of research-grade, real-time data acquisition equipment (data loggers, sensors), software and analysis methods.
• Understanding of well drilling/installation practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage R&D project workflows and dependencies across teams.

Key Responsibilities

Technical R&D & Prototyping

• Execute research and numerical modeling to improve designs of Darcy’s geothermal system components, including heat exchangers, well instrumentation, and related components.
• Develop structured test plans, instrumentation strategies, and data capture procedures to validate design assumptions and performance targets.
• Build and test equipment prototypes, then collect and analyzing performance data.

Modeling & Analysis

• Support performance modeling and simulation efforts (thermal, fluid, mechanical) to inform design decisions and optimize system efficiency.
• Identify modeling and analytical gaps; propose new tools or methodologies to close them.
• Work with geoscience and engineering teams to integrate technical insights into broader product development.

Field Support & System Evaluation

• Collaborate with field installation teams to observe system operation, troubleshoot technical issues, and document insights for iterative improvement.
• Support system commissioning and data collection efforts.
• Contribute to field protocols that enhance reliability, repeatability, and safety.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with teams across disciplines to identify challenges and develop engineered solutions.
• Maintain clear documentation of research activities, test results, and technical recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal teams and external partners.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel ~20% to investor meetings, project sites, capital partners, and industry events (regional, national, and international).
• Ability to sit for extended periods during modeling, analysis, and meetings.
• Standard office environment with hybrid work flexibility (3 days/week in office).
• Competitive compensation package, including bonus, full benefits, and eligibility for stock options.

Our Mission

Darcy Solutions was founded to improve the health of our communities and planet through practical climate solutions. Our proprietary geothermal technology leverages the thermal properties of groundwater to deliver all-electric heating and cooling for buildings, reducing energy costs while cutting carbon emissions in the built environment.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Kathy Jennings, detailing your interest and how your skills and experience align with this role. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, contact Kathy Jennings.

Department

Darcy Solutions Asset Management (DSAM)

Reports To

Chief Strategy Officer

Location

Headquarters: Minneapolis, MN

Hybrid (3 days/week in office).

Job Overview

Darcy Solutions is launching Darcy Solutions Asset Management (DSAM) to finance, own, and operate groundwater-based geothermal systems for large campuses. With GAAP revenue projected to grow 4× in 2025 and recognition as a Cleantech Group Cleantech 50 to Watch, Darcy is entering a major scale-up phase requiring advanced structured finance capabilities.

The Managing Director will co-architect DSAM and build the financial platform enabling the business to reach $1B AUM within seven years. This hands-on leadership role blends financial innovation, investor engagement, and disciplined execution across Engineering, Geology, Regulatory, Sales, and Development teams.

This is a rare opportunity to build a new thermal-infrastructure investment platform powered by Darcy’s IP—delivering up to 200× the thermal capacity per well versus conventional geothermal—and to meaningfully decarbonize the built environment. The role shapes DSAM’s capital structures, underwriting standards, and investor strategy, and represents DSAM to leadership, the Board, and external partners.

Ideal Candidate

You are a structured finance leader with a minimum of five years of project-finance experience executing complex debt, equity, and tax-equity transactions. You thrive in environments where you must build models, processes, and partnerships from scratch. You communicate seamlessly across financial and technical domains and can bring clarity to complexity. You pair institutional-grade rigor with the adaptability required in a fast-growing climate-tech company.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to Kathy Jennings, detailing your interest and how your skills and experience align with this role. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, contact Kathy Jennings.

Key Responsibilities

Capital Structuring & Execution

• Lead modeling and analysis for project- and portfolio-level financings, including debt, equity, and tax equity.
• Build and maintain dynamic underwriting and decision-support models.
• Shape financing products including SPVs, TPOs, thermal-as-a-service agreements, tax-equity partnerships, and campus-scale ownership structures.
• Standardize term sheets, templates, closing docs, and covenant frameworks with legal and accounting.
• Manage due diligence and data rooms for lenders and investors.

Investor & Partner Engagement

• Engage directly with project finance banks, infrastructure funds, tax equity investors, and institutional capital.
• Support investor presentations, deal negotiations, and capital-raising strategy.
• Represent DSAM professionally across financial institutions and government financing programs.

Financial Analysis & Portfolio Management

• Analyze project returns, cash flows, sensitivities, and risk profiles to guide investment decisions.
• Participate in portfolio-level financial tracking, compliance, risk monitoring, and investor reporting.
• Contribute to optimizing DSAM’s cost of capital and risk-adjusted return profile.

Leadership & Team Building

• Serve as a foundational leader within DSAM, helping set the operating cadence, culture, and expectations for a new infrastructure investment platform.
• Build and manage a team of analysts, associates, and specialists.
• Work cross-functionally across technical and development teams.

First 12-18 Months Priorities

As DSAM is established and scaled, success in this role over the first year will include:

• Co-design and implement DSAM’s initial capital stack strategy, including debt, equity, and tax equity pathways.
• Build upon existing and establish new financial templates and due diligence frameworks.
• Establish and help advance early institutional relationships with lenders, tax equity providers, and infrastructure capital partners.
• Help Prepare DSAM for Investment Committee-level governance, reporting, and decision workflows

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in structured finance, project finance, or infrastructure investment—ideally in renewable energy or distributed thermal energy systems.
• Track record with leading infrastructure investors (e.g., Brookfield, GIP, Stonepeak, Macquarie, Generate).
• Demonstrated ability to structure and close complex project finance, tax-equity, and infrastructure investment transactions.
• Deep familiarity with financing energy assets, analyzing technical inputs, and translating engineering realities into financial models and investment strategies.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with federal incentives, tax-credit structures, energy-policy frameworks, and state or campus-level regulatory considerations relevant to thermal-energy infrastructure.
• Entrepreneurial mindset, comfort with ambiguity, and desire to build a platform from the ground up.

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel ~20% to investor meetings, project sites, capital partners, and industry events (regional, national, and international).
• Ability to sit for extended periods during modeling, analysis, and meetings.
• Standard office environment with hybrid work flexibility (3 days/week in office).
• Competitive compensation package, including bonus, full benefits, stock options and opportunity for significant percentage of carry.

Our Mission

Darcy Solutions was founded to improve the health of our communities and planet through practical climate solutions. Our proprietary geothermal technology leverages the thermal properties of groundwater to deliver all-electric heating and cooling for buildings, reducing energy costs while cutting carbon emissions in the built environment.

Darcy Solutions is seeking a highly motivated and entrepreneurial Senior Hydrogeologist to join our growing company and help shape our future. This role combines strategic leadership and technical mentorship with hands-on fieldwork and operational oversight, offering the opportunity to advance cutting-edge research, pioneer new applications, and directly shape customer installations. Candidates must share our passion for meaningful climate impact, thrive in collaborative problem-solving, and bring both technical depth and innovative thinking to our mission of reducing carbon emissions from heating and cooling.

With funding from the NSF, DOE, USDA, State of Minnesota, and climate investors. Darcy is pioneering a new groundwater-based geothermal approach to sustainable heating and cooling for commercial and multi-family residential buildings. We're working closely with industry partners to pioneer integrated ground loop-HVAC designs that help customers meet aggressive carbon emissions goals and energy efficiency requirements while lowering costs. Our approach blends elements of water well and geothermal technology, resulting in a novel way to put groundwater to work.

The Senior Hydrogeologist position offers candidates the chance to be part of an innovative company impacting greenhouse gas emissions in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical leader in hydrogeologic design and well construction, while also contributing directly to field operations and system implementation
• Drive R&D initiatives to advance Darcy's groundwater-based geothermal technology. identifying opportunities for new methods, tools, and applications
• Oversee and guide well design, construction schematics, and testing protocols, ensuring technical rigor and operational excellence
• Conduct advanced geologic and hydrogeologic analyses of potential project sites to inform innovative system designs
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate R&D insights into scalable, field-tested solutions
• Lead construction oversight of Darcy wells, managing subcontractors and ensuring adherence to safety, code, and design standards
• Provide thought leadership on hydrogeology best practices, integrating new technologies and approaches into operations
• Develop and refine project specifications for materials, components, and installation methods in alignment with innovation goals
• Support project pricing and partner collaboration, balancing R&D advancement with cost-effective project delivery
• Travel to project sites and industry gatherings, representing Darcy as both a hands-on expert and thought leader

Requirements:

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Geology, Hydrogeology, Geological Engineering, or related field (or relevant experience)
• 8+ years of progressive experience in hydrogeology with a focus on high-capacity well design, installation, and testing
• Proven leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing geoscience teams
• Demonstrated success leading projects that integrate R&D, field operations, and innovative technical solutions.
• Strong ability to interpret, synthesize, and communicate complex geologic and hydrogeologic data (maps, logs, well records, cross-sections, modeling outputs)
• Expertise in water well design including materials selection, screen/filter-pack design, pitless unit/surface completion considerations, and installation limitations
• Experience managing field operations and construction oversight in a variety of geologic settings
• Knowledge of drilling and well construction methods, practices, and safety standards
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to balance leadership, R&D, and hands-on project work
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with an emphasis on technical leadership and stakeholder collaboration
• Valid driver's license and a good driving record

Preferred:

• Knowledge of well code requirements in at least one jurisdiction and ability to learn requirements in others
• Experience designing or installing well pumps, VFDs, and controls
• Experience programmatically working with modeling data for input/output generation and data analytics/visualization, such as Python, Matlab, COMSOL or MODFLOW
• Registered as a Professional Geologist in a state or states where Darcy operates (or can become registered within 6 months of hire) preferred but not required

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Darcy Solutions, we believe diversity is key to driving innovation and fostering a dynamic workplace culture. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Who We Are

Darcy Solutions is an engineering design and cleantech startup. Our foundational technology was initially conceived by our co-founder and developed while he was a research scientist at the University of Minnesota following the completion of his PhD there. Since spinning out from the University in 2018, we have focused on refining our technology for commercial application and rapidly driving the growth of our company. We installed our first pilot system in 2019, and following the launch of our first commercial system in 2020, we are enjoying strong interest in our geothermal-HVAC system solutions. To support our growing customer project pipeline and the build-out of the business, we are looking forward to welcoming additional talent into our team. The potential for further technology development is tremendous, and it will further enhance our opportunity and mission to significantly reduce carbon emissions from heating and cooling.

Employment Type

The Senior Hydrogeologist position is a full-time opportunities. We offer a competitive benefits package with full-time employment.

Location

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending in-office collaboration at our New Brighton, MN, office with the flexibility of remote work. It also includes field assignments at various project sites.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to kathy.jennings@darcysolutions.com explaining your interest in Darcy Solutions and how your skills and experience align with the position.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!