Energy Market Analyst (Insights)

About Energy Exemplar 

In an era where the world is rapidly advancing towards a cleaner future through decarbonization, stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain are having to navigate the complexities of the energy ecosystem. We seek to enable our customers to do so with confidence.   

Our mission: Empowering Transformative Energy Decisions. 

Founded in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, Energy Exemplar’s PLEXOS® modeling and simulation software is trusted by innovative organizations across the globe. On one unified platform, stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain are revolutionizing the energy ecosystem and seamlessly planning for the future of energy with unprecedented clarity, speed, and innovation.  

Our impact is global and is being recognized across the industry: 

• Finalist for the 2024 Reuters Global Energy Transition Awards in the 'Technologies of Change' category  

• Finalist for the 2024 Go:Tech Awards in the 'Most Innovative Use of Technology’ category 

• 2022 USEA/USAID Corporate Volunteer of the Year   

• 2022 Impact Award Winner for our impact on the energy industry and the current energy transition  

At Energy Exemplar, we believe in empowering our people by offering flexibility in how, when, and where they work. This flexibility has been a cornerstone of our success, fueling significant growth over the years, with the company expanding at an impressive rate of approximately 30% year over year. We understand that the best results come when our team members can balance their professional and personal lives, so we support various working arrangements that help you thrive. 

We don’t just celebrate the excellence of our products but champion the quality of our people. They own their outcomes and perform to their best – every day. whether you're working from home, in the office, or on the go. Our flexible work culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and trust, making it easier to stay engaged and connected, no matter where you are. That’s what makes us who we are and a great place to work. Our core values ‘Customer Success’, ‘One Global Team’, ‘Integrity and Ownership’ and ‘Innovation Excellence’ reflect the way we work and are always at the forefront of everything we do. 

About the Role
Energy Exemplar is the market leader in Energy Simulation Software. We exist so that our customers can make the most informed decisions at the most impactful times and want you to be part of that success. We are calling for Energy Market Analysts to work with our team that develops simulation ready datasets in Pune.

Key Accountabilities and Duties:

Accountabilities                                  
•    Development and maintenance of Global (North America/Europe/APAC regions) Power and Natural Gas Market models/dataset using PLEXOS/Aurora tools.
•    Asist in market research, model updates, result analysis, model benchmarking etc.
•    Visualize and analyze production cost market model results using Power BI, Excel.

Day to day duties
•    Work in a team of energy data analysts.
•    Work on projects to deliver standalone dataset and portions of dataset using fundamental data along with PLEXOS and Aurora power market models.
•    Analyzing power markets, undertaking research, analyzing and manipulating data and processing data for input into power market models. 
•    Benchmarking etc. end-to-end process of creation and upgrading of production cost models
•    Maintaining large databases of energy related data. Data sources include data-providers, industry publications, regulatory agencies and web research.
•    Running PLEXOS and/or Aurora and interpreting output model results and energy balances
•    Comparing models and reviewing preliminary forecast output results for inconsistencies to ensure deliveries meet product specification
•    Problem solving and interpretation of market models and ability to detect errors and omissions.
•    Troubleshoot market models and intermediate work products for errors, omissions, and improvements. 

Foundation Skills and:
•    Experience with energy market modelling
•    High level of numeracy, computer, and web literacy. 
•    Basic understanding of energy economics for power market fundamentals and economic concepts of power markets 
•    Knowledge of production cost modelling software’s like PLEXOS (preferred), Aurora or Pro-mod, or similar 
•    Good Knowledge of Power Plant/Natural Gas Economics, Power Systems, Gas supply chain, Operation research/Optimization techniques, statistics, and Energy (Power &/ Gas) Markets/Industry 
•    Knowledge and experience with transmission planning and nodal market modeling including generator mapping, assessing N-x contingencies, understanding and troubleshooting nodal model infeasibilities and other planning related power flow analysis
•    Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and see projects/assignments through from start to finish.
•    Self-starter, organized, persistent, goal driven, has a can-do attitude, takes challenges as opportunities to perform and add value
•    Diligent, systematic, and pays attention to detail to ensure work accuracy and quality
•    Punctual, Professional work and phone etiquette

Experience:
•    2 to 4 years of experience with Energy Modeling and Power Market Analysis
•    Knowledge of or experience working in several North American or European or Asian power markets.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to research and learn new techniques
•    Experience in creating and analyzing energy data sets for power models 
•    Experience working at a market operator, project developer, or at a utility in planning or commercial operations would be an asset
•    Knowledge of one or more energy economic modeling tools: PLEXOS, Aurora, PROMOD, PSO, Market Analytics and/or PROSYM
•    Strong organizational skills, familiarity with Agile/Sprint Best Practices
•    Expert skills using Excel, Power BI and similar tools

Qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Economics (preferred), Electric Engineering (Transmission preferred), or Mathematics.  Master’s degree or Ph.D. would be preferred.

Energy Exemplar is an equal opportunities employer and we value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing and fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Bring your authentic self and help us build an inclusive world together! To support you in being the best version of yourself during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements.