Principal Energy Storage Power Market Analyst - REMOTE

ThinkBAC Consulting; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the Renewable Energy sector seeks a seasoned analyst to enhance battery dispatch models and optimize bidding strategies in the energy market. This position is ideal for someone with extensive hands-on experience and strong analytical skills, aiming to contribute to innovative energy solutions in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Open PTO policy

401K match

Comprehensive health benefits

Fast-paced work culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in energy market modeling and BESS analytics.
• Strong understanding of energy market dynamics.
• Experience in fast-paced, cross-functional team environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enhancement of the company's custom battery dispatch model through back-cast studies.
• Analyze performance and bidding trends using the ERCOT BESS dashboard.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct in-depth analyses.

Skills

Python

Analytical problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics or a related field

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Microsoft Office suite

Optimization tools (Dayzer, Aurora)

Job description

Employer Industry: Renewable Energy

Why consider this job opportunity:
- Competitive base salary with industry-standard compensation packages
- Flexible work hours and an open PTO policy
- 401K match and comprehensive health benefits
- Opportunity to work with a transparent Executive Leadership Team
- Fast-paced work culture that fosters growth and innovation

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):
- Lead the enhancement of the company's custom battery dispatch model through back-cast studies
- Analyze performance and bidding trends using the ERCOT BESS dashboard, making strategic trading adjustments
- Refine the fundamentals-based price forecasting process to improve day-ahead and real-time bidding strategies
- Build models from internal and external data sources to uncover trends and generate strategic insights
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct in-depth analyses and shape long-term revenue forecasts for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

What is Required (Qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, or a related field; Master’s preferred
- Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in energy market modeling and BESS analytics
- Proficiency in Python for coding, building data pipelines, and linking models with SQL
- Strong understanding of energy market dynamics and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
- Experience in fast-paced, cross-functional team environments with a multitasking capability

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):
- Advanced degree in a relevant field
- Familiarity with optimization tools such as Dayzer or Aurora
- Experience with Power BI and the full Microsoft Office suite
- Strong communication skills, particularly in report writing and presentations
- Proven track record of analytical problem-solving and strategic thinking

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