Digital Realty

Sr. Energy Analyst - Infrastructure Modeling, Analytics & Demand Response

Digital Realty • $110K — $137K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in energy analytics or a related field.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience creating and validating complex models.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and proficiency in data analysis tools like Python or SQL.
  • Understanding of power systems and energy market structures.
  • Ability to translate complex data findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Strong communication skills for presenting technical data to varied audiences.
  • Experience collaborating with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain energy infrastructure financial and operational models.
  • Perform portfolio analytics and forecasting for infrastructure utilization.
  • Analyze data center load flexibility and support demand-side initiatives.
  • Evaluate and manage participation in Demand Response and tariff optimization programs.
  • Develop automated demand response strategies and real-time response plans.
  • Monitor and investigate underperformance issues in program performance.
  • Deliver recommendations and analytical insights to support operational decision-making.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment.
  • Engagement with industry-leading stakeholders and partners.
  • Potential for career growth and professional development.
  • Access to sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency programs.
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Job Description

Sr. Energy Analyst - Infrastructure Modeling, Analytics & Demand Response

Location: New York, NY or Boston, MA

Your Role

As a Sr. Energy Analyst, you will play a key role in optimizing energy use across a portfolio of enterprise data centers by developing energy infrastructure models, identifying demand flexibility opportunities, and supporting energy market participation strategies. This position leverages data-driven analytics to improve operational efficiency, enhance sustainability initiatives, monetize existing infrastructure assets, and accelerate site readiness while partnering closely with internal stakeholders, utilities, and external service providers.

What You'll Do
  • Build and maintain financial and operational models for behind-the-meter and onsite energy infrastructure, including natural gas generation, distributed energy resources (DERs), energy storage, backup generation, and other campus-level power assets.
  • Perform portfolio analytics, forecasting, and sensitivity analysis to evaluate infrastructure utilization, site readiness, cost avoidance opportunities, revenue generation, and NOI impact.
  • Analyze and forecast data center load flexibility opportunities and support demand-side optimization initiatives.
  • Evaluate, enroll, and manage participation in Demand Response (DR), capacity, ancillary services, flexible load, and tariff optimization programs.
  • Develop and enhance automated demand response strategies, including real-time and day-ahead event response plans.
  • Monitor program performance, investigate underperformance issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Track energy market conditions, utility tariffs, regulatory developments, and industry trends that impact participation opportunities and energy strategy.
  • Manage the intake, validation, normalization, integration, and quality assurance of energy-related datasets from vendors, utilities, consultants, and aggregators.
  • Partner with engineering, operations, finance, procurement, development, utilities, grid operators, and third-party providers to support energy supply, infrastructure, financing, and demand flexibility initiatives.
  • Deliver clear recommendations, reports, dashboards, and analytical insights that support strategic and operational decision-making across the portfolio.

What You'll Need
  • 2+ years of experience in energy analytics, infrastructure analytics, demand response programs, utility operations, commercial and industrial (C&I) energy management, data center energy management, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills with experience building, maintaining, documenting, validating, and quality-checking business-critical models, dashboards, and datasets.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with at least one data analysis or programming tool such as Python, R, or SQL.
  • Understanding of power systems, grid programs, demand response markets, capacity and ancillary service programs, and energy market structures.
  • Knowledge of utility tariffs, demand charges, distributed energy resources (DERs), and energy infrastructure economics.
  • Ability to evaluate complex datasets and translate findings into actionable business recommendations.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience collaborating across multiple functions and managing relationships with internal teams and external partners.
  • Experience supporting cloud, hyperscale, enterprise data center, utility, energy consulting, ISO/RTO, aggregator, DER, or large infrastructure environments preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering accurate and timely analysis.


About Digital Realty

Digital Realty Careers

Joining Digital Realty means becoming part of a dedicated team of professionals who are at the forefront of innovation in the data center industry. Digital Realty, a leading global provider of data center, colocation, and interconnection solutions, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to a range of skills and experiences.

Explore Job Opportunities

Digital Realty is actively hiring and offers a plethora of positions that cater to both seasoned professionals and those at the beginning of their career journey. The company is committed to fostering a culture of growth and leadership, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers.

Internship Programs

For those just starting out, Digital Realty’s internship programs provide a robust platform for gaining industry experience and networking with experts. Internships are designed to transform academic knowledge into professional practice, while interns work on projects that drive real business results.

Professional Growth and Development

Digital Realty believes in the continuous professional development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are designed to enhance skills and foster an inclusive workplace.

Benefits and Culture

The benefits at Digital Realty go beyond standard employment perks. Team members enjoy competitive benefits packages that support both their professional and personal lives. Moreover, Digital Realty is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture where every team member feels valued and motivated.

Innovation and Leadership

At the intersection of technology and real estate, Digital Realty stands as a leader in its field. The company encourages innovation and thought leadership, which permeates every project and initiative. Team members are encouraged to think creatively and push boundaries, which is integral to the company’s success and industry leadership.

Applying for a Position

To apply for a position at Digital Realty, candidates should prepare their resume to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate's fit within Digital Realty’s unique culture. Interested candidates can explore available positions and submit their applications through the Digital Realty Jobs portal.

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Keep up to date with the latest from Digital Realty by following their careers blog. Here, one can find career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights that can be immediately applied. Digital Realty also offers personalized job alert emails, ensuring that potential candidates do not miss out on exciting and rewarding opportunities.

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