Energy Analyst / Senior Energy Analyst (Market Intelligence)
Ascend Analytics · Boulder, CO · 2 wk ago
HybridEngineering$80k–$110k/yrFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Leverage proprietary models and deep market expertise to deliver industry-leading wholesale and retail price forecasts across U.S. power markets.
- Perform in-depth analysis of power market operations using both in-house software and commercially available production cost modeling tools.
- Create reports and presentations that help utilities, IPPs, and other stakeholders make informed decisions.
- Provide clients with expertise in power markets and guidance on how market evolution impacts revenue forecasts, asset valuation, risk management, public policy, and renewable integration.
- Solve complex analytic problems to make mission-critical decisions for energy supply.
- Serve as the go-to resource for clients' decision-making needs.
Required Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field; economics, engineering, or energy strongly preferred.
- 1+ years of experience in a power or electricity-focused role (3+ years required for Senior Analyst) at a utility, consulting firm, government agency, financial institution, or non-profit.
- Working knowledge of wholesale power market structures, deregulated electricity market operations, and power market fundamentals.
- Strong analytical skills with a demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate complex data.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a quantitative field; economics, engineering, or energy preferred.
- Proficiency in analytic programming languages such as Python or R.
- Experience with production cost modeling software (e.g., PROMOD, PLEXOS, Aurora, PSO).
- Direct experience with long-term electricity price forecasting, power market design, or capacity expansion modeling—either in an advisory capacity or as an informed consumer of these services at a utility, ISO, or corporate energy function.
Our Values
- Promotes a Culture of Teamwork, Inclusion, Work-life Balance, Creative Thought, and Learned Ideas.
- Purpose Driven: United by a shared purpose — to deliver meaningful impact for our customers, our industry, and the energy transition.
- Belonging: Fosters a respectful, inclusive environment where everyone is valued, diverse perspectives are embraced, and equitable opportunities are provided for all.
- Innovation: Anticipates and addresses new challenges, embraces change, and continuously improves.
- One Team Mindset: Collaborates across teams and functions, supporting one another and prioritizing shared success over individual wins.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation — calibrated to your experience and structured to grow with you — along with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Life and disability insurance.
- FSA, HSA, and dependent care accounts.
- 401(k) with 3% non-elective contribution.
- Flexible PTO to take time when you need it.
We offer a competitive salary range of $80,000–$110,000 for the Energy Analyst role and $100,000–$140,000 for Senior Analyst. Compensation is flexible and will be tailored to your experience and background — we're proud to offer pay that is often above industry average. But the perks don't stop there — we're committed to creating a workplace where people can do meaningful work, grow their careers, and still have a life outside the office.
We prefer candidates who can work from Boulder HQ, though we're open to strong remote candidates as well.