ICF

Energy Market Analyst – Power

ICF

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Bangalore • India

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Job Level

Junior

Tech Stack

VBA

About the role

  • Collecting and analyzing data for power sector modeling projects (i.e., technology characterizations, regional load and energy demand data, emissions control technologies cost and performance)
  • Perform production cost modeling and transmission congestion analysis of power markets
  • Assist in modeling and analysis of nodal power markets including financial calculations and other standard asset valuation-related tasks
  • Assist in load flow analysis of transmission and distribution systems, including steady state, contingency, and dynamic analysis
  • Lead data input, output processes and maintain datasets, and templates required for nodal power markets modeling.
  • Research and keep the broader group updated on latest power market developments in prominent ISO/RTO markets that influence power price forecasts, electric transmission congestion and other factors that influence power price fundamentals.
  • Perform advanced quantitative analysis of transmission systems around the world to assess and forecast the future of electric reliability, transmission bottlenecks, and regulatory effects, among other parameters
  • Support modeling and policy analysis related to transmission, renewable energy, smart grid and distribution
  • Developing code and macros to process and manage large datasets.
  • Preparing high-quality written and electronic products

Requirements

  • A master’s degree in Power / Energy systems or a bachelor's in electrical engineering is a must.
  • 0-2 years of production cost modeling, and/or economic power market analysis experience (including internships)
  • Experience in production cost modeling using industry-standard models such as GE-MAPS, PROMOD, GridView, or PLEXOS
  • Basic knowledge of industry-standard power flow tools such as GE-PSLF, PSS/E, PowerWorld, CYMDIST
  • Ability to demonstrate strong quantitative and/or modeling skills, specifically database management and data analysis skills
  • Knowledge of linear optimization and energy and environmental markets is an advantage.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel and VBA) skills
  • Knowledge of Excel macro programming and other programming languages
  • Good research skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Works collaboratively with the project team and client to achieve established goals.
Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
production cost modelingquantitative analysisdatabase managementdata analysislinear optimizationExcel macro programmingprogramming languagesload flow analysisemissions control technologiesfinancial calculations
Soft Skills
analytical skillsorganizational skillsresearch skillscommunication skillscollaborative skillsability to prioritizeability to work under deadlinesability to manage multiple projects