Principal Research Analyst, APAC Power & Renewables Modeling

S&P Global; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy intelligence provider is seeking a Principal Research Analyst in Singapore to lead power market modeling initiatives. The successful candidate will utilize advanced data analysis and automation skills to enhance the APAC power and renewables research capabilities. Ideal applicants will have expertise in industry-standard tools like PLEXOS or AURORA, alongside strong quantitative research and communication skills. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to influence investment decisions in the rapidly evolving energy landscape.

Benefits

Health & Wellness benefits

Generous time off

Access to continuous learning resources

Financial wellness programs

Family friendly perks

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in power market modeling using industry recognized tools.
• Advanced proficiency in data science, visualization, and automation using Python or R.
• Strong quantitative research skills and ability to synthesize complex data.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of power market simulation models using recognized tools.
• Build and maintain processing scripts to automate data handling.
• Manage the gathering and cleaning of large data sets from various sources.
• Share findings through reports and client briefings.

Skills

Power market modeling expertise

Python Programming

Data science & visualization

Familiarity with machine learning

Quantitative research skills

Good communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in relevant fields

Tools

PLEXOS

AURORA

PyPSA

Python

R

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10

S&P Global Energy CERA

The Role:

Principal Research Analyst, APAC Power & Renewables Modeling

Grade/Level (relevant for internal applicants only):

10

The Location:

Beijing/Shanghai/Singapore

The Team:

APAC power and renewables research and analytics team sits under S&P Global Energy CERA, delivering in-depth power market fundamentals analysis and analytics, short- and long-term market outlooks, market insights, pricing and market mechanisms tracking, procurement mechanisms and other relevant topics that serve the interest of worldwide companies leading the energy transition.

The Impact:

S&P Global Energy Power and Renewables research team is expanding its analytics offerings with advanced market simulations and stochastic modelling capabilities to help clients make timely, data-driven decisions on short- and long-term investment opportunities.

What’s in it for you:

This role will be instrumental in advancing our APAC power and renewable quantitative analysis and modelling capabilities, working closely with research and consulting teams in the region and globally to set up and fine tune power market models for timely investment decisions and trading strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of new and iterations of existing power market simulation models using industry recognized tools.
• Build and maintain processing scripts (i.e. Python) to automate data handling to connect with various in-house models.
• Manage the gathering, cleaning, and organizing of large data sets from different sources and apply advanced data analysis to drive key insights in research.
• Apply and adopt cutting edged data science and statistical methods to produce advanced power forecast outputs.
• Support regional research analysts with quantitative analysis and report writing when needed.
• Work with other research teams to practice, align data, agree on market findings and ensure consistency in client facing deliverables.
• Share findings through reports, presentations, and client briefings, support consulting projects and bespoke studies when needed. Ensure reports for clients are accurate and delivered on time and answer any related client questions.
• Work with commercial team to pursue new business opportunities to demonstrate power and renewables services and modelling capabilities.

What we are looking for

• Proven expertise in power market modeling using leading platforms and tools, such as PLEXOS, AURORA, PyPSA, DigSILENT PowerFactory, EATP, PowerWorld Simulator, PSCAD, OpenDSS, or other industry grade models developed for power system dispatch simulation, price forecasting, scenario analysis, and trading analytics.
• Advanced proficiency in data science, visualization, statistical analysis, and automation using Python, R, or similar coding languages.
• Familiarity with machine learning approaches for forecasting and scenario analysis such as LSTM, XGBoost, VGNN, VMD, DDPG.Strong quantitative research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Good understanding of power market fundamentals, grid dispatch and power trading principals, policy impacts, and industry trends.
• Collaborative mindset and experience working in cross-functional teams.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Business Analytics or a related field.

About Company Statement

S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.

S&P Global Energy enables organizations to create long-term, sustainable value with data and insights for a complete view on the global energy and commodities markets.

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 in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive economically in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy.

Benefits

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [e-mail] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

Job ID

325013

Posted On

2026-01-28

Location

Beijing, China