Energy Analyst (Economics) - Immediate Hire

The Brattle Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading economic consulting firm in Washington, DC seeks an Energy Analyst to develop quantitative models and conduct market analysis. The role entails collaborating with experts to provide strategic insights in energy economics. Candidates must hold a strong undergraduate degree in a quantitative field and exhibit teamwork and analytical skills. Competitive salary of $90,000 with benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Base salary

Bonus program

Visa support for eligible candidates

Qualifications

• Strong academic performance with GPA of 3.7 or higher.
• Ability to work well in teams.
• Demonstrated intellectual curiosity.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Build quantitative models and create data-based solutions.
• Conduct comprehensive energy analysis and literature reviews.
• Contribute to client deliverables including presentations.
• Assist in preparing expert reports for clear communication.

Skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Creativity

Quantitative analysis

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Excel

R

Python

Stata

GAMS

ENELYTIX/PSO

VBA

Job description

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

ABOUT THE BRATTLE GROUP AND ECONOMIC CONSULTING

The Brattle Group is a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm that provides expert analysis and testimony in legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy. Our teams apply economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and provide strategic insights for our clients in corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As an Energy Analyst at The Brattle Group, you will be integral to our project teams, collaborating with senior consultants and experts. Your responsibilities will include:

• Quantitative Models and Solutions: Build models and create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages such as Excel, R, Python, GAMS, Stata, ENELYTIX/PSO, and VBA (e.g., conducting data, statistical, econometric analysis, building interactive dashboards).
• Qualitative Research and Literature Review: Conduct comprehensive energy analysis, including market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos.
• Preparing Client Deliverables: Contribute to client deliverables, including presentations and memos with figures, quantitative results, and novel findings.
• Supporting Expert Witnesses: Assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts.
• Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for our clients.

TYPICAL TASKS IN ELECTRICITY

In the Electricity practice, you will work on projects that may include:

• Building novel financial, economic, statistical, and operational models using a variety of tools.
• Analyzing electricity, natural gas, and other energy markets and applying this information in financial, legal, and policy settings.
• Developing, maintaining, and running power system models, including capacity expansion and security-constrained production cost models.
• Providing in-depth regulatory and policy research and summarizing insights through literature review.
• Communicating research and analyses to project team members and clients.
• Thinking critically about analysis results and discussing findings with an internal team.
• Coauthoring publications and being a part of presentation teams.

ENERGY ANALYST CAREER DEVELOPMENT

During your tenure as an Energy Analyst, you will gain skills in applied economics and finance, as well as a broad understanding of the electricity industry and adjacent industries. You will work in a collaborative and fun atmosphere where dedication to quality, project success, and individual career and professional development are emphasized.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A completed undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (economics, computer science, data science, mathematics) with strong academic performance. Successful applicants typically have a GPA of 3.7 or higher.
• Great teamwork and leadership skills. Our project work is done almost exclusively on teams, so it’s critical that our EAs work well with others.
• Intellectual curiosity and creativity. We are looking for candidates who consistently want to learn more and approach problems with creativity.
• A high degree of ownership and commitment. Successful EAs are committed to delivering their best work product, taking ownership of their work, and engaging in excellent client services.

Additionally, we look for candidates who:

• Have completed or will complete a course with climate or energy focus.
• Have completed a significant, self-defined project using quantitative analysis and economic principles.
• Can apply quantitative analysis and economic thinking to real-world cases during the interview process.
• Are familiar with ENELYTIX/PSO.

THE PROCESS

Please submit the following materials through the link below:

• Resume

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Brattle offers a competitive benefits package, base salary, and bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. The anticipated base gross annual salary for this position in Washington, DC is $90,000.

Brattle will provide H-1B, E3, and TN visa support to full-time candidates who require visa support. Full-time candidates requiring visa support must have or anticipate having a STEM degree upon graduation and must be eligible for at least 36 months of work authorization.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, domestic partner status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or HIV status (AIDS/HIV status), genetic information, sexual orientation, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, drug or alcohol abuse or alcoholism, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

We encourage all applicants to click here to review our full Equal Employer Opportunity Statement.

THE EMPLOYER

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has 500 talented professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. For more information, please visit brattle.com.