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Energy Analyst

Contract · In Office · USA

Posted Sep 7, 2026

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  • Energy Analyst – Load Management & DER
  • Contract Duration - 3 months, with potential for extension/W2
  • We are seeking a Energy Data Analyst to support innovative load management and Distributed Energy Resource (DER) initiatives. This role will use data, modeling, and analytical insights to help optimize grid planning, energy procurement, and flexible load solutions.
  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Analyze utility, market, financial, and operational data to identify opportunities for flexible load and DER integration.
  • Build financial, techno-economic, forecasting, and analytical models to support business and grid-planning decisions.
  • Use Python, SQL, Excel, and data visualization tools to analyze data and develop dashboards.
  • Partner with engineering, transmission/distribution planning, strategy, and operations teams.
  • Support DER valuation, cost-effectiveness analysis, benchmarking, and business case development.
  • Translate complex analysis into clear recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.
  • Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, or related field.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience.
  • Strong Python and SQL skills.
  • Experience with data warehousing, ETL, data quality, and data analysis.
  • Experience with financial or techno-economic modeling.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
  • Preferred:
  • Utility, energy, grid, transmission/distribution, or DER experience.
  • Experience with Power BI, CYMDIST, PSLF, Aspen, or similar grid tools.
  • Knowledge of demand response, flexible load, DER valuation, NWA, CAISO/CPUC, or California energy regulations.

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