Analyst, Power and Renewables - Southeast Asia

S&P Global, Inc.; Penang; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Time Off

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

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Job summary

S&P Global Energy in Penang, Malaysia, seeks a seasoned analyst to advance its Southeast Asia Power and Renewables research, delivering forward‑looking market insights and actionable recommendations. You will build quantitative models, analyze data, and write reports for clients across utilities, finance, and industry sectors.

You will work with analysts across markets and time zones, translating outputs into strategic guidance while supporting ongoing market outlook development and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business, Engineering, Energy Economics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in consulting, research, utilities, or financial services, preferably with energy exposure.
• Experience in power/renewable energy or gas market research desirable.
• Strong quantitative skills and data quality focus.
• Hands-on experience building power market models using PLEXOS or similar tools is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Indonesian/Thai/Vietnamese language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze power demand and supply through data collection, modeling and quantitative analysis to derive insights.
• Conduct market and data research on power and renewable energy project transactions and tenders.
• Develop PLEXOS-based power market models for Southeast Asia, incl. capacity expansion and price forecasting.
• Translate model outputs into clear quantitative insights for clients.
• Deliver comprehensive written reports and engage directly with clients.
• Collaborate with other teams to develop long-term outlooks for power markets across SEA.

Skills

Power market analysis

Data analytics

Quantitative modeling

PLEXOS modelling

English communication

Indonesian/Thai/Vietnamese language

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PLEXOS

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Team: The S&P Global Energy Power and Renewables research team, part of S&P Global Energy CERA, delivers market-leading research and analysis across global power and renewable energy markets. The team provides market outlooks, quantitative analysis, power price forecasts, and insights into policy, market mechanisms, and renewable energy procurement.

Responsibilities and Impacts:

• The Southeast Asia Power and Renewables research team helps clients navigate the region’s rapidly changing power markets.


• Your analysis will strengthen our market outlooks and provide clients with clear, actionable insights to support strategic and investment decisions.


• This role will be instrumental in advancing our Southeast Asia Power and Renewables research and analysis capabilities, providing forward‑looking market analysis and delivering impactful insights to clients through comprehensive written reports, advanced analytics and direct client engagement.


• Analyze power demand and supply through data collection, modeling and quantitative analysis to create critical insights on market trends, policy direction and company‑level strategies.


• Conduct in‑depth market and data research on power and renewable energy project transactions and tenders.


• Support the development of PLEXOS‑based power market models for Southeast Asia, covering long‑term capacity expansion, dispatch simulation, and power price forecasting.


• Translate model outputs into clear quantitative analysis and market insights that support the Southeast Asia research agenda.


• Work with other teams to develop long‑term outlooks for power demand, supply, prices, and the cost of power and renewables.

What we are looking for:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Engineering, Energy Economics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.


• A Master’s degree is preferred.


• Approximately 3-6 years of relevant professional experience in consulting, research, utilities, financial services, or an equipment or services company, preferably with exposure to the energy sector.


• Experience in power, renewable energy, or gas market research and analysis is desirable, with an understanding of relevant energy market dynamics.


• Demonstrated experience in data analytics, databases, data transformation, statistical analysis, or related quantitative disciplines, with strong attention to data quality and accuracy.


• Hands‑on experience building and running power market models using PLEXOS or comparable modelling tools is an advantage.


• Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret model outputs and translate complex data into clear, actionable market insights.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are essential.


• Proficiency in Indonesian, Thai, or Vietnamese is an advantage.


• Collaborative and detail‑oriented, with strong ownership of documentation and delivery timelines, and the ability to work effectively with research analysts and stakeholders across different markets and time zones.

About S&P Global Energy

At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long‑term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for news and pricing; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration. S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world‑leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy.

What's In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.


• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.


• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.


• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company‑matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.


• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best‑in‑class benefits for families.


• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference. For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.