Power Development Analyst I-Sr

Entergy Corporation; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Entergy is seeking a Power Development Analyst I-Sr to support economic assessments and optimization for decarbonization and growth projects. The role involves managing market and technical analysis models, databases, and PowerPoint materials to back the Power Development initiative.

The candidate will collaborate with the Manager of Power Development Strategic Analytics, analyze market conditions, forecast trends, and present actionable recommendations to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Finance, Economics or equivalent.
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• Experience with Power/utility industry is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and SQL required.

Responsibilities

• Develop/maintain economics assessments of potential power development solutions.
• Provide optimized design structure around economics and sensitivities.
• Conduct highly complex analyses for various power solutions and present findings clearly.
• Support market analytics by monitoring conditions and identifying trends.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Finance, Economics or equivalent

MBA or other advanced degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Location: The Woodlands, Texas, United States | Company: Entergy | Job Title: Power Development Analyst I-Sr | Work Place Flexibility: Onsite | Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC | Travel: Up to 25%

Job Summary

In this position, the candidate will report to the Manager of Power Development Strategic Analytics. The candidate will contribute to economic assessments and optimization endeavors for both decarbonization power projects aligned with the corporation's sustainability objectives and new-growth power projects. The candidate’s responsibilities include managing various market and technical analysis models, database and PowerPoint platforms to support the broader Power Development initiative.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Power Solutions Economics and Optimization

• Develop/maintain economics assessments of potential power development solutions.
• Provide optimized design structure around economics and sensitivities.
• Conduct highly complex analyses for various power solutions.
• Effectively present and defend conclusions and recommendations.

Decision Support Analysis

• Develop and provide full assessments, rapid responses, or easy-to-use models/rules of thumb to support the development of power solutions.
• Supports different tiers of power development initiatives.

Market Analytics

• Monitor and forecast market conditions/mechanics in relevant power markets.
• Analyze data to identify patterns, trends, and insights relevant to the business problem at hand.
• Assess implications of current and projected market conditions on power development options.
• Present results in a clear and concise manner to stakeholders, often using visualizations and reports, determine potential actions, and effectively present and defend conclusions and recommendations. Attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data analysis.

Technology Assessment

• Monitor and forecast the cost and technical capabilities of generation technologies, including emerging technologies.
• Develop point of view on generation technology alternatives.
• Support developing new business plan assumptions for emergent technologies.

Minimum Requirements

• BS / BA in technical field such as Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: MBA or other advanced degree (Economics, Finance, etc.); experience with Power/utility industry.
• Desired: Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, or other relevant data analysis tools is crucial.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong collaboration, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Ability to communicate complex matters in a clear and logical manner with excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships at all levels of the organization
• Strong ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions. Requires proficiency in Excel, PowerBI or other relevant data analysis tools.
• Strong analytic capability, attention to detail and work quality
• Knowledge of technical aspects of resource planning, including thorough understanding of analytical methods, expert analytical tool kit including highly functioning spreadsheet skills
• Knowledge of relevant planning and decision support models; research methods; relevant power markets; relevant market mechanics and protocols; commercial practices pertaining to power transactions; applicable aspects of utility regulation.
• Knowledge in or understanding of energy, power, electric utility, commodities, energy finance, and prior experience on project finance is preferred

EEO Statement

The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.