Energy Analyst II

LCRA; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LCRA in Austin, TX seeks an Energy Analyst to drive Day-Ahead optimization across a diverse generation portfolio, from gas and coal to storage and hydro assets.

You will synthesize weather data, demand shifts, and ERCOT trends to support plant operations, external partners, and trading desks. This role offers high-impact responsibility in a fast-paced commercial power environment.

Qualifications

• Six or more years of experience in energy analytics or relevant experience.
• A degree in business, economics, engineering, mathematics or a relevant field; substituted per guidelines for years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage comprehensive Day-Ahead energy and ancillary service bidding for LCRA generation portfolio.
• Execute precise physical energy and ancillary trade scheduling.
• Partner with the Real-Time Desk to maximize asset efficiency and real-time performance.
• Analyze customer demand patterns to formulate daily mitigation strategies that reduce financial and operational risks.
• Optimize LCRA's energy storage assets on a daily and hourly basis.
• Develop custom analytical tools and automated workflows to accelerate and refine daily decision-making.

Skills

Energy analytics experience

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Six+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Business, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

VBA

Excel

Python

Power BI

AI

Job description

Are you ready to step into the fast-paced world of energy trading? If so, we are seeking a meticulous Energy Analyst! This is an opportunity to drive the Day-Ahead optimization for LCRA’s dynamic generation portfolio, from natural gas and coal to advanced energy storage and hydro assets. By synthesizing complex weather data, shifting customer demand, and evolving ERCOT market trends. You will serve as a vital link connecting plant operations, external partners, and our real-time trading desks. If you want a high-impact career at the core of commercial power operations,

How You’ll Contribute

• Manage comprehensive Day-Ahead energy and ancillary service bidding for LCRA generation portfolio.
• Execute precise physical energy and ancillary trade scheduling.
• Partner with the Real-Time Desk to maximize asset efficiency and real-time performance.
• Analyze customer demand patterns to formulate daily mitigation strategies that reduce financial and operational risks.
• Optimize LCRA's energy storage assets on a daily and hourly basis.
• Develop custom analytical tools and automated workflows to accelerate and refine daily decision-making.

How You’re Qualified

• Six or more years' experience in energy analytics or relevant experience.
• A degree(s) in business, economics, engineering, mathematics or a relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

How You’ll Stand Out

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in business, economics, engineering, mathematics or relevant field.
• Experience in VBA, Excel, Python, Power BI, AI and other analytical tools.
• Strong in quantitative and analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong internal and external relationship skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

How We’ll Support You

Benefits that don't just check boxes, they make life better. From healthcare to wellness to time off, we've got you covered, so you can focus on what matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.