Power Market Analyst, Client Solutions

Aurora Energy Research; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

East Austin office

Aurora Academy access

Coaching & mentoring

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive salary

Job summary

Aurora Energy Research in Austin is seeking a motivated Power Markets Analyst to join the Software Solutions team. You will support Chronos, Aurora’s battery valuation software, across ERCOT and CAISO, and help expand to all US ISOs.

The role sits across Advisory, Research, Modeling and Product teams, combining market expertise with client-facing analysis and clear communication of results. A fast learner who thrives in a collaborative environment will succeed; candidates should be comfortable

Qualifications

• At least 1 year in an analytical, knowledge-driven role.
• Strong analytical capabilities in engineering, business or economics.
• Persistent, results-driven with hands-on approach.
• Excellent client-facing communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide nodal battery valuations in Chronos for client transactions.
• Enable client access to pre-release software features and insights with internal teams.
• Deliver specialized client training on valuation workflows.
• Gather client feedback to inform product strategy.

Skills

1+ year analytical experience

Power markets knowledge

Strong communication

Team player

Client-facing

Job description

Description

Aurora’s Software Solutions team is building the global investment analytics platform for the energy transition. Widely adopted by leading energy asset owners, operators, developers, and investors, the platform changes the way that energy market analytics are performed and delivered. To best enable the user experience, both through client engagement and analysis delivery, Aurora’s global technical Client Solutions team provides the critical end-to-end interface between the underlying model development and the end user.

Department:

Software Solutions

Location:

Austin, USA

Description

Aurora’s Software Solutions team is building the global investment analytics platform for the energy transition. Widely adopted by leading energy asset owners, operators, developers, and investors, the platform changes the way that energy market analytics are performed and delivered. To best enable the user experience, both through client engagement and analysis delivery, Aurora’s global technical Client Solutions team provides the critical end-to-end interface between the underlying model development and the end user.

We are currently looking for a motivated Power Markets Analyst to join the team in Austin, to support the growth of Chronos, Aurora’s battery valuation software, available in ERCOT and CAISO, and expanding to all US ISOs in July 2026. Reporting to the Manager of Client Solutions for North America, this role sits cross-functionally between Aurora’s Advisory, Product, Research, and Commercial teams, and combines battery market expertise while supporting client-facing analysis and providing structured feedback to internal product teams.

The successful candidate will combine nodal US power markets knowledge with keen analytical ability, and a knack for client-facing interactions. They will be a fast learner who excels in a highly collaborative role and will be able to navigate the complexities of power market forecasting software, while also being able to articulate these complex results to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for client transaction-related work by running nodal, site-specific battery valuations in Chronos.
• Enable client access to pre-release software features and novel insights via internal analyses, in collaboration with internal Advisory, Research, Modeling and Product teams.
• Deliver specialized client training, demonstrating workflows and guiding users through the creation and interpretation of site-specific valuation outputs.
• Compile and communicate client feedback to Product teams in order to inform product strategy.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Required attributes:

• At least 1 year of professional experience in an analytical and knowledge-driven role
• Strong analytical capabilities in engineering, business, economics, or similar
• Results-driven, with a high degree of persistence in reaching goals and a hands-on approach to ensuring targets are achieved
• Strong communication skills with a knack for client-facing interactions
• Strong team player, with a track record of success in team environments

Desirable attributes:

• Eastern US power markets experience (NYISO, ISO-NE, PJM)
• ERCOT and/or CAISO power markets experience
• Professional exposure to energy and power markets
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g. SQL, Python, R, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Experience in a client-facing role

What we offer

• The opportunity to learn how major players in the energy sector view the evolution of power markets and make strategic investment decisions accordingly
• The opportunity to develop deep understanding of investment processes such as capital raising, portfolio strategy & management, and transactions
• Direct engagement with clients across the energy industry through Aurora conferences, workshops and webinars
• A fun, informal, collaborative, and international work culture
• A competitive salary package
• Access to regular coaching & mentoring sessions and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals
• A brand-new office space in the vibrant and culturally rich East Austin area
• Access to the Aurora Academy, our training program, offers a range of opportunities to develop your skills within the responsibilities of your role and within the wider context of the industry.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspects

The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavorable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.

The successful candidate would start as soon as possible. The team will review applications as they are received. Salary will be competitive with experience.