Energy Volume Forecasting Engineer | Python & Databricks

E.ON UK Ltd

Metropolitan Borough of Solihull

Hybrid

GBP 38,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

E.ON UK Ltd is seeking a skilled Python developer and data analyst to join the Volume Forecasting team in Solihull on a 12-month fixed-term basis. The role focuses on Python model development, data analysis and operational forecasting tasks to support accurate energy forecasts and informed business decisions.

You will work on Databricks and Python-based model developments, solving problems with a detail-oriented approach and strong stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

Highly numerate with degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
Strong coding skills with the ability to design and maintain.
The ability to assimilate information quickly.
Strong commercial analysis skills with good attention to detail.
Ability to identify and work with imperfect/incomplete information and to use appropriate business rules and/or statistical/risk modelling techniques to manage uncertainty.
Informal presentation skills and an ability to put across complex concepts clearly.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to influence and interface effectively with people from all levels and parts of the organisation.

Responsibilities

Working on model developments in Databricks (Python) contributing to the re-platforming work across Volume Forecasting.
Demonstrating an aptitude for problem solving, innovation and high attention to detail.
Using quantitative and qualitative techniques to provide high quality, accurate volume forecasts of the future energy requirements of E.ON UK's customers, from which forward energy wholesale purchases are transacted.
Utilising robust analytical methods generate results from inputs, while challenging and reviewing methodologies to continually improve forecasting performance.
Demonstrate great stakeholder management; requiring a strong capability for prioritising and promoting change to meet challenging timescales, while maintaining quality and flexibility for customers.
Building strong relationships across E.ON Energy Markets, commercial services and the wider E.ON group, actively supporting team development.
Using operational excellence to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
Contributing to ad hoc projects, as requested, supporting the wider business through use of modelling and analytical techniques to implement solutions to commercial challenges facing the business.