Energy Markets Analyst

About the role

ICF, a global consulting firm, seeks an Energy Markets Analyst to support power sector modeling, production cost and transmission congestion analysis, nodal market valuation, load flow studies, and ISO/RTO research. The role involves data collection, advanced quantitative analysis, code/macro development, and high-quality written deliverables for clients.

What you’ll do

• Collect and analyze power sector data for modeling projects
• Perform production cost modeling and transmission congestion analysis
• Model and analyze nodal power markets, including financial calculations
• Conduct load flow analysis of transmission and distribution systems
• Lead data input/output processes and maintain datasets/templates
• Research and update on ISO/RTO market developments
• Perform advanced quantitative analysis of transmission systems worldwide
• Support modeling and policy analysis for transmission, renewable, smart grid, distribution
• Develop code and macros to process large datasets
• Prepare high-quality written and electronic products

What you’ll bring

• Master's in Power/Energy Systems or Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering
• 0-2 years production cost modeling or economic power market analysis
• Experience with GE-MAPS, PROMOD, GridView, or PLEXOS
• Proficiency in GE-PSLF, PSS/E, PowerWorld, CYMDIST
• Strong quantitative, database, and data analysis skills
• Linear optimization and energy market knowledge a plus
• Advanced Excel, VBA, macro programming, other languages
• Research, analytical, organizational, prioritization skills
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Collaborative teamwork

Skills

Education

Master's