Applied Energy Economics Analyst

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Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory seeks an early-career Economics Analyst in Idaho Falls to translate data into actionable economic insights for DOE and stakeholders. You will collect data, build and test models, and communicate results through reports and visuals, collaborating with engineers and researchers across energy tech domains.

The role emphasizes rigorous quantitative methods, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn across energy applications, with a 9x80 schedule at the Idaho Falls

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, applied economics, data science, or related field.
• Strong quantitative problem-solving ability and spreadsheet proficiency.
• Clear written and verbal communication; ability to work on multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L clearance (US Citizenship).

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic, financial, and techno-economic analyses to inform decisions.
• Collect, clean, validate, and document data from diverse sources.
• Build, test, and maintain transparent models with QA and documentation.
• Apply cost, market, and scenario analyses; assess uncertainty and risk.
• Collaborate with engineers and researchers to translate inputs into results.
• Evaluate labor, policy, infrastructure, and supply-chain impacts on deployment.
• Present methods and findings with clear visuals and narratives.
• Contribute to reports, publications, and proposals with rigorous analysis.
• Manage tasks, milestones, and grow expertise in energy economics.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Spreadsheet analysis

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics or related field

Master's degree

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

SQL

Data visualization software

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory seeks an early-career Economics Analyst in Idaho Falls to translate data into actionable economic insights for DOE and stakeholders. You will collect data, build and test models, and communicate results through reports and visuals, collaborating with engineers and researchers across energy tech domains.

The role emphasizes rigorous quantitative methods, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn across energy applications, with a 9x80 schedule at the Idaho Falls