Senior US Energy Market Analyst (PJM & Markets)

Energy Exemplar; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Exemplar seeks a Senior Energy Market Analyst to lead US energy market modeling within the Americas Solutions team. You will develop PLEXOS-based models, forecast energy prices, and advise on strategy for market participation, risk management, and investment planning.

The role combines technical modeling with business development, including client engagements, PoC demonstrations, RFIs/RFPs responses, and contributing to the product roadmap with market insights.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electricity markets, power trading or electrical systems Planning & Operations
• Experience in energy market supply and demand modelling via optimization/unit commitment (Preferably via commercial tools such as PLEXOS, BID3, Antaras, SDDP, PROMOD, etc)
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal presence and skills - demonstrated ability to build rapport
• Proficient with corporate productivity and web presentation tools
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Strong listening and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Self-driven, results-orientated with a positive outlook and a focus on quality
• Thorough knowledge of standard Microsoft programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Sense of urgency for goal achievement
• Strong desire for personal and career advancement
• A tertiary degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Economics, Operations Research or similar degree. Ideally the candidate should have specialisation in Electricity Systems (and/or Markets).
• 3 - 4 years’ experience in energy markets with a strong understanding of energy economics and market fundamentals, energy systems operation and/or engineering
• Knowledge of PLEXOS or other mathematically based optimisation tools
• Experience with ENTSO-E working groups, particularly around the TYNDP or ERAA studies

Responsibilities

• Gather customer requirements and design PLEXOS-based modeling solutions, either enhancing existing datasets or building models from scratch.
• Provide industry best practices, assist in developing market assumptions, and analyze model outcomes, recommending adjustments as needed.
• Calibrate models to historical benchmarks and advise on strategic applications of PLEXOS.
• Develop test plans, resolve issues with product support, and deliver training on PLEXOS usage.

Skills

Electricity markets knowledge

Energy market modelling

Forecasting energy prices

Portfolio optimization

Risk management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Self-driven

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Economics, Operations Research or related field

Tools

PLEXOS

BID3

Antaras

SDDP

PROMOD

Job description

Energy Exemplar seeks a Senior Energy Market Analyst to lead US energy market modeling within the Americas Solutions team. You will develop PLEXOS-based models, forecast energy prices, and advise on strategy for market participation, risk management, and investment planning.

The role combines technical modeling with business development, including client engagements, PoC demonstrations, RFIs/RFPs responses, and contributing to the product roadmap with market insights.