Senior US Energy Market Modeling Lead

Energy Exemplar; Topsail Beach (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Exemplar is seeking an Energy Market Analyst within the Americas Solutions team, focusing on US energy markets and energy system planning. The role centers on forecasting prices, portfolio optimization, risk management, and strategy evaluation using PLEXOS and related tools.

The ideal candidate will have 3–4 years in energy markets, strong modeling acumen, and excellent communication to support customer engagements and thought leadership.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electricity markets, power trading or electrical systems Planning & Operations.
• Experience in energy market modelling via optimization/unit commitment (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

• Lead energy market model projects and PLEXOS implementation.
• Gather customer requirements and design PLEXOS-based modeling solutions, enhancing datasets or building models from scratch.
• Provide industry best practices, assist in developing market assumptions, and analyze model outcomes with recommendations.
• 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.
• Develop Proof of Concept models showcasing Energy Exemplar’s solutions.
• Support sales by understanding client challenges and proposing tailored solutions.
• Deliver technical presentations, respond to RFIs/RFPs, and address product inquiries.
• Provide market insights to enhance the product roadmap.
• Conduct research, create energy market studies, and present findings at conferences and webinars.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Strong interpersonal presence

Excellent presentation skills

Multi-tasking & time management

Self-driven & results-oriented

Education

Electrical Engineering, Energy Economics, OR similar

Specialisation in Electricity Systems/Markets

Tools

PLEXOS or similar optimization tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Energy Exemplar is seeking an Energy Market Analyst within the Americas Solutions team, focusing on US energy markets and energy system planning. The role centers on forecasting prices, portfolio optimization, risk management, and strategy evaluation using PLEXOS and related tools.

The ideal candidate will have 3–4 years in energy markets, strong modeling acumen, and excellent communication to support customer engagements and thought leadership.