Power Market Strategy Manager

East Point Energy; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 144,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Parental leave

Paid time off & holidays

EAP access

Education stipend

Parking stipend

Gym membership

Job summary

East Point Energy is seeking a Power Market Strategy Manager to lead market analytics for its grid-scale energy storage projects. You will advise on investment, development, and commercialization decisions across the portfolio, using expertise in wholesale markets and quantitative analysis.

The role requires strong skills in forecasting, revenue modeling, and market strategy, with leadership over consultants and analysts. Hybrid or remote work with travel to East Point offices will be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in data, computer science, math, statistics, economics, finance, or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in power markets, energy analytics, or related field.
• Experience supporting investment, development, or portfolio decisions within wholesale power markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead power market analysis to support investment, acquisition, development, and commercialization decisions across East Point Energy's energy storage portfolio.
• Develop market outlooks and strategic recommendations related to energy, capacity, ancillary service, and emerging revenue opportunities.
• Oversee revenue forecasting and market assessments for existing and prospective projects.
• Translate complex market data into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership.
• Manage relationships with external consultants and analytical service providers.
• Improve forecasting methodologies using market intelligence and asset performance insights.
• Support strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects to drive growth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Wholesale electricity markets

Market forecasts

Python

R

Power BI

SQL

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in data/science/economics/finance

Tools

Python

R

Power BI

SQL

Job description

About Us:

East Point Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates grid-scale energy storage projects. As an Equinor company and independent power producer, our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country to build a clean, resilient, and affordable electric grid for the future.

East Point hires great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If this position interests you, but you don't meet every qualification listed below, we still encourage you to apply - your unique experiences and perspectives may be just what we're looking for.

Read more about our core values (driven, dependable, & collaborative) here.

Title:

Power Market Strategy Manager

The Power Market Strategy Manager leads East Point Energy's power market analytics function and serves as a key strategic advisor on investment, acquisition, development, and commercialization decisions across the company's utility-scale energy storage portfolio. This role combines deep expertise in wholesale power markets, quantitative analysis, revenue forecasting, and market strategy to identify and maximize value creation opportunities.

The Manager will be responsible for developing market views, evaluating emerging market opportunities, overseeing revenue and market analyses, and translating complex market dynamics into actionable recommendations for senior leadership. The position will also guide the work of consultants and analysts, establish analytical best practices, and help shape East Point's broader market strategy. The position reports directly to the Director of Business Development and will collaborate with a variety of internal and external parties.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Lead power market analysis to support investment, acquisition, development, and commercialization decisions across East Point Energy's energy storage portfolio
• Develop market outlooks and strategic recommendations related to energy, capacity, ancillary service, and emerging revenue opportunities
• Oversee revenue forecasting and market assessments for existing and prospective projects
• Translate complex market data and analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for senior leadership
• Manage relationships with third-party consultants and analytical service providers, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables
• Leverage operational asset performance and market intelligence to improve forecasting methodologies and investment decision-making
• Support strategic initiatives, special projects, and cross-functional efforts that advance East Point Energy's growth objectives
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned

Skills:

• Advanced understanding of US wholesale electricity markets, including energy, capacity, and ancillary service markets
• Experience developing market forecasts, revenue models, and investment recommendations
• Proficiency with Python, R, Power BI, SQL, or similar analytical and visualization tools
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities

Characteristics of an ideal candidate:

• Ability to balance strategic thinking with rigorous analytical execution
• Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
• Integrity and accountability

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in data or computer science, mathematics, statistics, economics, business, finance, or related quantitative field
• 5+ years of relevant experience preferred, ideally including:
• Experience in power markets, energy analytics, energy storage, renewable energy, investment analysis, energy consulting, or a related field
• Experience supporting investment, development, commercialization, or portfolio management decisions within wholesale power markets
• Experience managing external consultants, leading projects, and influencing cross-functional stakeholders

Travel & Time Commitment:

• Limited travel related to industry conferences and company events
• This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation for this role includes a base salary range of $144,000 - $174,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual bonus. This range reflects the target level for this hire; however, we may consider candidates at other career levels depending on experience. Final title and compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity.
• Comprehensive benefit package includes health, dental, & vision insurance; short-term & long-term disability coverage; life insurance; 401(k) & employer match; parental leave; paid time off, sick leave, and holidays; access to an EAP; and education, parking, and gym membership stipends

Location:

East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA preferred. We are open to hybrid or remote work candidates who are willing to travel often to the East Point Energy offices.

This job description is not inclusive of all requirementsofthe position. Employees will perform any other duties as may be required by their manager.

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