Power Markets Thought Leader & Principal Analyst

Wood Mackenzie Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood Mackenzie Inc. is seeking a Principal Analyst to lead Americas Power service, shaping market trends and client insights. You will present research, engage with subscribers, and build senior-level relationships across utilities, developers, and investors.

The role combines subject-matter expertise with rigorous modeling to forecast markets and develop data sets for Power & Renewables across regions, delivering clear, persuasive insights to clients.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of industry experience in the power sector.
• Experience producing wholesale power market datasets, forecasts, and analysis for commercial purposes.
• Demonstrated track record as a subject-matter expert with experience turning research into publications and presentations.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and VBA for data analysis and modeling.

Responsibilities

• Establish yourself as a recognized market expert and thought leader, owning long-term and short-term Power Market Outlooks.
• Author high-profile insight pieces and thought leadership content.
• Regularly present research at industry conferences, client events, and webinars.
• Serve as a trusted contact for research subscribers—build close client relationships.
• Collaborate with peers to amplify thought leadership and client engagements.
• Own development and improvement of proprietary analytical models for Power & Renewables.

Skills

SQL

Excel

VBA

Education

Degree in economics/finance/engineering

Job description

Wood Mackenzie Inc. is seeking a Principal Analyst to lead Americas Power service, shaping market trends and client insights. You will present research, engage with subscribers, and build senior-level relationships across utilities, developers, and investors.

The role combines subject-matter expertise with rigorous modeling to forecast markets and develop data sets for Power & Renewables across regions, delivering clear, persuasive insights to clients.