Manager, Energy Market Analyst (Data)

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 Position

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 a leader who would be responsible for leading & managing the development of our datasets in Pune as directed and ensuring the energy market analysts are building their models correctly provided project scope and using best practices. You would also be responsible for ensuring quality control and efficient tools and techniques are being employed. 

Key Stakeholder Relationships 

This position works closely and collaboratively with all Energy Exemplar staff but in particular: 

• Solutions Team (MRA)
• Sales and Account Management Team (MRA)
• Support Team (APAC/MRA)
• Product Development Team (Global)
• Data Team (Global)

Key Accountabilities and Duties 

The following list is provided to set an expectation of the ‘core’ responsibilities of the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list that covers all tasks that may be required on a day-to-day basis. As a rapidly growing business, it should be expected that the role and associated tasks are likely to evolve over time and that there will be situations where tasks not listed below will need to be undertaken to support region and business growth initiatives.   

Accountabilities 

• This role oversees production of energy market fundamental model components and standalone models working out of our Pune office using PLEXOS and Aurora 
• Oversee the Pune/Bangalore Dataset Team’s development and maintenance of Global (North America/Europe/APAC regions) Power and Natural Gas Market models/dataset using PLEXOS and Aurora

Day to day duties 

• Lead a large team of energy data analysts (with between 1 to 5 years of experience)
• Responsible for ensuring the completion and delivery of accurate updates of specific fundamental data work products as part of PLEXOS and Aurora dataset development
• Responsible for leading power markets 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
• Responsible for 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 scopes and specifications
• Communicate to IDC Analyst team about market modelling best practices and implementing improvements to research and model development
• 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. 

Candidate Requirements 

Skills, Knowledge and Experience: 

• An extensive background in energy market modelling
• High level of numeracy, computer, and web literacy. 
• A firm understanding of energy economics for power market fundamentals and economic concepts of power markets (and ability to explain these): Reserve Margins, Implied Market Heat Rate, Spark/Dark Spread, etc…
• Knowledge of production cost modelling software’s like PLEXOS (preferred), Aurora or Promod, or similar are required
• Good Knowledge of Power Plant/Natural Gas Economics, Power Systems, Gas supply chain, Operation research/Optimization techniques, statistics, and Energy (Power &/ Gas) Markets/Industry is required
• Extensive 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
• Demonstrated ability to delegate responsibilities and to manage diverse overlapping projects
• Diligent, systematic, and pays attention to detail to ensure work accuracy and quality
• Continuously looks at ways to add value to the company by taking the initiative in improving processes and identifying business opportunities
• Excellent problem solver
• Punctual, Professional work and phone etiquette

Experience: 

• 8+ years of experience with Energy Modeling and Power Market Analysis
• Knowledge of and hands on experience working in several North American regional power markets possessing in-depth knowledge of their regulation and market operations (e.g.: PJM, MISO, ERCOT, etc…)
• Experience with natural gas markets in Europe and North America would be desirable
• 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
• Consulting work experience providing fundamental analysis and expert opinion for project valuations desirable
• Knowledge of one or more energy economic modeling tools: PLEXOS, Aurora, PROMOD, PSO, MarketAnalytics and/or PROSYM
• Strong organizational skills, familiarity with Agile/Sprint Best Practices
• Expert skills using Excel, Power BI and similar tools.

Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree or Ph.D in Economics (preferred), Electric Engineering (Transmission preferred), or Mathematics.

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.