PLEXOS Modeling Consultant

About the role

Founded in 1989, Energy + Environmental Economics (E3) is a growing energy consulting firm that helps utilities, regulators, policy makers, developers, and investors make the most educated strategic decisions possible as they implement new public policies, deploy and develop new technologies, and address customers' shifting expectations. We have offices in San Francisco, New York City, Boston, Denver, and Calgary. Because E3 works with customers from all sectors of the electricity industry, we provide a 360-degree knowledge of markets, planning, policy, regulation, and environmental factors. Just as important, we are driven to deliver clear, unbiased evaluations that help customers make informed decisions. E3 works on high-profile, high-impact projects in jurisdictions that spearhead the implementation of clean energy policy. In California, Hawaii, and New York, we are advising state agencies and regulators about how to implement clean energy policies with an emphasis on customer incentives and markets. E3 has a growing team of skilled PLEXOS modelers. We work together to pursue innovative approaches to apply production simulation (ST) and capacity expansion (LT) tools to our clients' cutting-edge operational and planning questions and to develop our own industry-leading forecasts of long-term evolution of major U.S. and Canadian power markets. About You We look for people who combine strong analytical dexterity and/or policy experience with integrity and a passion for energy. Our Consultants love to examine, research, and offer creative solutions to some of the most elaborate and important energy issues of the day. You bring curiosity, thrive in a rigorous and quantitative solution-finding environment, take a proactive approach to assist the team, and are practiced at clearly presenting information to a variety of stakeholders. We seek those that are inquisitive and look at all sides of an issue to make informed recommendations with confidence and clarity. You pride yourself in your attention to detail and your organizational techniques help you create and actualize work plans that are efficient while delivering an elevated level of guidance to serve our customers. The Work The Consultant is a vital contributor to our team and project work. The position assists and/or spearheads client-facing interactions and plays an engaged role in identifying the approach and methods for project tasks. Our consultants direct workstreams within projects and contribute heavily to written reports and papers. Our consultants have the opportunity to deliver findings and summaries to customers, making presentations and replying to questions. Duties will grow to include more elaborate investigative tasks, core QA/QC of products, and becoming a technical head on various project needs and/or a flagship modeling tool. Practice Areas We're highly collaborative, but everyone is encouraged to pursue their own practice areas of interest. At E3, our Practice Areas include: - Climate Pathways and Electrification - Asset Valuation, Transmission, and Markets - Integrated System Planning General - Hours: Full Time - Type: Exempt - Practice Area: Open - Travel: 0-10%% - Office Location: Hybrid work schedule from our office in downtown San Francisco, New York, Boston, Calgary or Denver Work Environment E3 allows employees to enjoy a hybrid and flexible work environment that adapts to the changing needs of projects. We thrive in a strong collaborative office-based working environment but also adapt to remote work when flexibility is needed. Employees must be able to work for extended hours in front of a computer screen and conduct meetings on the telephone and virtually. E3's Commitment to You E3 provides abundant opportunities for professional growth and invests significantly in employee development. Right from the start, our team works hard to provide you with a customized multi-week onboarding experience where you will meet with colleagues, Partners, and your own mentor. Every fall, all new hires attend E3's proprietary internally developed 22-course training program which broadens your foundational industry-specific knowledge as well as develops those skills essential to being a great consultant. E3 also provides every employee with an annual professional development stipend, opportunities to attend conferences, and personalized career development at every stage of your employment. E3 actively supports the advancement of each member of the PLEXOS modeling team through close guidance by our in-house PLEXOS experts and customized training to make all of o

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience using systems such like PLEXOS software and/or EnCompass for production simulation (ST) and/or capacity expansion (LT) applications
• Master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering, economics, computer science, optimization, public policy or related field
• 3-5+ years of related experience in an energy-related field
• Detailed-oriented approach to designing models and critically assessing results
• Prior experience specifically addressing renewable energy and climate change issues and/or demonstrated advanced-level academic related project work
• Demonstrated hands-on experience, academic project work, or extensive knowledge in or related to one of our Practice Areas: Climate Pathways and Electrification, Asset Valuation, Transmission, and Markets and Integrated System Planning.
• You work collaboratively and help each member of your team to do their finest work, aware that each brings different experiences to the table
• You find joy in translating technical concepts to broader audiences
• You take ownership of your work, proactively seeking out answers to questions and enjoy finding creative solutions to issues you encounter
• Aptitude to write and communicate clearly
• Passionate about the transition to a low-carbon economy
• Demonstrated success guiding ideas, people, and projects
• Strong organizational and time management techniques
• High fluency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; programming knowledge and experience are also valued
• Desire to work in a dynamic office environment with other staff

Additional Information

Why You Should Join the E3 Team When you join the E3 team, you will be working on some of the most important energy issues with some of the top minds in the industry. We help shape energy and climate policy, play vital roles in regulatory proceedings, advise executives, and inform investment and planning selections. At E3, you will be challenged and inspired.

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