Charles River Associates

Power and Natural Gas Modeling and Markets Lead (Energy practice)

Charles River Associates$100K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in operations research, economics, computer science, finance, or engineering (Master's preferred)
  • Minimum two years of experience in power and/or natural gas market modeling
  • Experience with AURORAxmp, PLEXOS, PROMOD, and Encompass tools
  • Project and client management background
  • Solid presentation and writing skills
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and resourcefulness
  • Team-oriented with mentoring capabilities

Responsibilities

  • Act as principal custodian of power and gas market models
  • Develop market scenarios and assumptions and evaluate energy technologies
  • Manage utility integrated resource plans and commercial due diligence
  • Conduct reliability and market assessments
  • Support the creation of advanced models through research and programming
  • Develop and present comprehensive reports and findings to clients
  • Oversee junior staff in producing market analyses and presentations

Benefits

  • Hybrid working environment with in-office and remote flexibility
  • Opportunities for career growth and mentorship
  • Inclusive workplace culture
  • Regular collaboration with senior-level staff and clients
  • Engagement in challenging and meaningful projects
Full Job Description
We are seeking qualified candidates with prior experience, and knowledge of power and gas market modeling and analysis to join our team. We are hiring for positions across multiple levels. The job qualifications below are the minimal requirements Position Overview • Acting as a principal custodian of some of the Energy practice's power and natural gas market models, including capacity expansion models, production cost models, storage models, reliability models, and revenue requirement models. • Performing a broad range of quantitative consulting tasks such as developing power and gas market scenarios and assumptions, evaluating new energy technologies, calculating LCOEs, and running market simulations and interpreting results. • Managing and contributing to engagements involving utility integrated resource plans, commercial due diligence of power plants and energy infrastructure, reliability and RTO assessments, and other power and gas sector analysis • Supporting the development of industry leading models through research and analysis, programming, and model vetting in areas like reliability (LOLE), resource adequacy (ELCC), storage, and EV/DER penetration. • Developing presentations and reports to concisely, comprehensively, and accurately share findings with clients on complex matters. • Presenting to senior- and mid-level staff of clients • Overseeing junior staff in the production of reports, presentations, and market analyses. Desired Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in operations research, economics, computer science, finance, or engineering, Master's degree preferred; • A minimum two years of professional experience in power and/or natural gas market modeling using tools like AURORAxmp, PLEXOS, PROMOD, and Encompass; • Previous project and client management experience required; • Strong interest in and knowledge of power and natural gas market modeling and solving client challenges that depend on this modeling; • Excellent presentation skills and writing ability; • Strong problem solving abilities and resourcefulness; • Working well in a team environment, and willingness to provide mentorship and supervision to junior staff members; • Can be located in Boston or Washington DC; hybrid working environment To Apply To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Work Location Flexibility CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

About Charles River Associates

Charles River Associates (CRA) is a global consulting firm specializing in litigation, regulatory, financial, and management consulting. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. The company has offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about Charles River Associates
Size
861 employees
Market Cap
$859.8 million
Industry
Net Income
$24.5 million
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+11.7%
Revenue
$508.3 million
NASDAQ

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