Senior Power Market Analyst
East Point Energy develops, builds, owns, and operates grid-scale energy storage projects. As an Equinor company and independent power producer, our team is currently developing gigawatts of energy storage projects throughout the country to build a clean, resilient, and affordable electric grid for the future. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger.
About the role
The Senior Power Market Analyst supports critical investment, acquisition, development, and commercialization decisions across East Point Energy's utility-scale energy storage portfolio. This role combines power market analytics, quantitative modeling, market intelligence, and strategic thinking to identify opportunities and maximize project value. The successful candidate will analyze energy, capacity, and ancillary service markets; assess regional market dynamics; evaluate storage revenue opportunities; and support investment decisions across East Point's project portfolio. The position reports directly to the Director of Business Development and will collaborate with a variety of internal and external parties.
We anticipate hiring for this role at the Analyst or Senior Analyst level. Final title, career level, and compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, capabilities, and overall fit for the role.
Responsibilities
- Perform meticulous data synthesis and analysis to provide insightful, data-driven recommendations and reports to stakeholders
- Conduct market research to identify new renewable energy deployment pathways and opportunities
- Leverage results of real-time asset performance to inform future investment opportunities
- Support the development and management of financial models for renewable energy assets using various financing structures
- Manage relationships and engagements with third party consultants who deliver market and ad hoc analyses
- Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned
Requirements
- 4-year university degree: Bachelor’s degree in data or computer science, mathematics, statistics, economics, business, finance, or related quantitative field
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and communicate statistical trends in complex data sets using Python, R, Microsoft Power BI, or other data analysis tools
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Teams, Outlook, etc.)
- Strong research skills
- Ability to communicate across a broad spectrum of technical understanding—written, verbal, and non-verbal
Characteristics of an ideal candidate
- Passion for renewable energy development and the environment
- Creative problem-solving ability and solutions-oriented mindset
- Self-starter with a desire to succeed and a focus on creating value
- Team player and leader, proactive attitude
- Organized, attention to detail
- Comfortable with a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
- Ability to make informed decisions quickly and a bias for action
- Integrity and accountability
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Parental leave
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Education, parking, and gym membership stipends
Pay
Compensation for this role includes a base salary range of $108,000 - $130,000 annually, plus eligibility for an annual bonus. Candidates who meet the qualifications for the Senior Analyst level may be eligible for a higher compensation range. Final title and compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, and internal equity.
Schedule
This is a full-time, exempt salaried position. Standard office hours are from 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM EST. The demands of projects may require work outside of these times.
Limited travel related to industry conferences and company events.
Location
East Point Energy office in Charlottesville, VA.