Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler

Department of Energy Headquarters; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 144,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

The Department of Energy Headquarters in Washington, DC is seeking an Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler to lead the North American Energy Resilience Model (NAERM), drive grid-modeling innovation, and build analytical tools.

You will oversee model and data operations, and execute advanced analyses with minimal supervision, collaborating with DOE stakeholders. This position offers telework eligibility and is based in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• This vacancy has a positive education requirement.
• Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on extensive scientific and engineering programs and projects for the Department of Energy.
• Provide expert technical advice to stakeholders on complex problems and evaluate emerging technologies.
• Manage project plans, budgets, and schedules in accordance with DOE policy.

Job description

Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler

• Hiring Agency: Department of Energy Headquarters
• Department: Department of Energy
• Location: Washington, District of Columbia

This position is part of the Office of Electricity, Department of Energy. As a Interdisciplinary Physical Scientist - Grid Modeler, you will lead the North American Energy Resilience Model (NAERM), drive grid-modeling innovation, build analytical tools, oversee model and data operations, and execute advanced analyses with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

As a Physical Scientist you will: Lead and advise on extensive scientific and engineering programs and projects for the Department of Energy (DOE), especially those broad in scope or lacking clear precedents. Formulate and implement scientific and engineering initiatives to advance energy resources, environmental cleanup, new technologies, and energy production impacts.

Provide expert technical advice and leadership to various stakeholders on complex scientific and engineering problems, evaluating emerging technologies and recommending solutions. Develop and implement guidance for complex scientific and engineering systems, projects, and programs within the DOE. Serve as a recognized technical expert in scientific and engineering fields, representing the DOE in interagency groups and conferences.

Manage project plans, budgets, and schedules, ensuring adherence to DOE policy and effectively resolving highly technical challenges.

Requirements & Education

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 - $187093/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-10.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.