Real-Time Energy Forecasting Leader

ISO New England Inc.; Holyoke (MA); Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus

Robust benefits package

401(k) & financial planning

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Flexible work hours

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance

Onsite cafe

Job summary

ISO New England is seeking an Operations Forecasting Supervisor to lead a team of Forecasters and Data Scientists supporting real-time Control Room Operations. This role ensures accurate system demand, weather, and VER forecasts that inform Day-Ahead and Real-Time market operations.

The incumbent will drive forecasting accuracy, partner with Operations Management, IT, and market participants, and ensure 24/7 coverage for forecasting processes, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years in power system operations and/or forecasting.
• Ability to deliver accurate work under deadlines and constraints.
• Knowledge of ISO New England Market Rules and procedures desirable.
• Experience with neural network modeling and probabilistic analysis.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of forecasters and data scientists.
• Strong written and verbal communication; stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Evolve forecasting methodologies to address system complexity; probabilistic forecasting.
• Lead hourly demand forecasts across intraday, day ahead to six days, and 21-day outlooks.
• Monitor and validate demand and VER forecasts; identify root causes and act.
• Support forecasts for system security analysis, Day-Ahead market, RT operations.
• Plan and manage forecasting initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Provide reporting and train staff to improve accuracy and continuity.

Skills

Forecasting leadership

Power system operations

Probabilistic forecasting

Neural network modeling

Mentoring / coaching

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Forecasting software

Job description

ISO New England is seeking an Operations Forecasting Supervisor to lead a team of Forecasters and Data Scientists supporting real-time Control Room Operations. This role ensures accurate system demand, weather, and VER forecasts that inform Day-Ahead and Real-Time market operations.

The incumbent will drive forecasting accuracy, partner with Operations Management, IT, and market participants, and ensure 24/7 coverage for forecasting processes, including weekends and holidays.