Senior Analyst, Structures & Pricing

AES Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AES Corporation, the largest US-based power company, is seeking a Senior Analyst, Structures & Pricing to join the Commercial team in Houston. You will help drive the renewable energy growth strategy by supporting the structuring, valuation, and commercial analysis of solar, wind, energy storage, and thermal opportunities.

Collaborate across Origination, Trading, Engineering, Risk Management, and Digital teams to develop innovative solutions for utilities, hyperscalers, data centers, and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, Physical Sciences, or related field.
• Experience in energy transaction valuation, commercial analysis, quantitative modeling, structured products, trading, asset management, portfolio management, or related areas.
• Knowledge of wholesale power markets, energy market fundamentals, pricing dynamics, or renewable energy economics.
• Experience developing analytical or production‑level models using one or more tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, VBA, or similar technologies.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with commercial teams to design structured energy products, evaluate transactions, and develop valuation models supporting renewable and thermal generation opportunities.
• Partner with Origination, Mergers & Acquisitions, Trading, and Development teams to create innovative commercial solutions for utilities, hyperscalers, data centers, and other large energy consumers.
• Work alongside the ETRM team to support the implementation of approved commercial structures, valuation methodologies, and associated workflows across systems and analytical tools.
• Partner with Risk Management teams to support model validation, risk assessment, governance, and decision‑making processes.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement and automation of analytical models, workflows, and recurring reporting processes.
• Support the development of scalable analytical capabilities that improve efficiency and commercial insight across the organization.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Modeling

Python

R

MATLAB

VBA

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Finance/Economics/Math or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

VBA

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices. Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it.

At AES, we are accelerating the future of energy through innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to building a more sustainable world. As a global energy company and leader in renewable energy solutions, we empower our people to help shape the energy transition while developing meaningful and rewarding careers. We are seeking a Senior Analyst, Structures & Pricing to join our Commercial team and report to the Vice President, Structured Trading & Analytics. In this role, you will help drive AES's renewable energy growth strategy by supporting the structuring, valuation, and commercial analysis of solar, wind, energy storage, and thermal generation opportunities. You will collaborate across Origination, Trading, Engineering, Risk Management, and Digital teams to develop innovative solutions for a diverse range of customers, including hyperscalers, utilities, community choice aggregators (CCAs), data centers, and large corporate energy buyers. This is an opportunity to work on complex and high-impact transactions while building expertise in energy markets, structured products, commercial strategy, and advanced analytics. At AES, we encourage continuous learning, professional growth, and collaboration across disciplines, providing exposure to some of the most dynamic areas of the energy industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with commercial teams to design structured energy products, evaluate transactions, and develop valuation models supporting renewable and thermal generation opportunities.
• Partner with Origination, Mergers & Acquisitions, Trading, and Development teams to create innovative commercial solutions for utilities, hyperscalers, data centers, and other large energy consumers.
• Work alongside the ETRM team to support the implementation of approved commercial structures, valuation methodologies, and associated workflows across systems and analytical tools.
• Partner with Risk Management teams to support model validation, risk assessment, governance, and decision‑making processes.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement and automation of analytical models, workflows, and recurring reporting processes.
• Support the development of scalable analytical capabilities that improve efficiency and commercial insight across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Data Science, Physical Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience in energy transaction valuation, commercial analysis, quantitative modeling, structured products, trading, asset management, portfolio management, or related areas.
• Knowledge of wholesale power markets, energy market fundamentals, pricing dynamics, or renewable energy economics.
• Experience developing analytical or production‑level models using one or more tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, VBA, or similar technologies.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA, Master's, or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Exposure to U.S. wholesale power markets such as ERCOT, CAISO, PJM, NYISO, MISO, or similar energy markets.
• Experience working with renewable energy projects, energy storage, structured transactions, risk management, or trading organizations.
• Familiarity with automation, advanced analytics, data visualization, or commercial optimization tools.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Accelerating the future of energy, together Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other. We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy. Are you ready to join us?