Energy Analyst, Portfolio

Meta is seeking an Energy Analyst for its Chicago office to support energy procurement and strategy for its data centers. Responsibilities include analyzing energy markets, developing financial models, negotiating agreements, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates should have a relevant degree and at least 3 years of experience in energy market analytics. Preferred qualifications include knowledge of data center power infrastructure and experience in energy procurement.
Meta designs, builds, and operates some of the most energy-intensive and innovative data centers in the world. As global demand for compute capacity grows, so does the complexity of securing reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy supply to power that infrastructure. Meta is seeking an Energy Analyst to join the Infrastructure Data Center (IDC) Energy team, which is responsible for commercial energy procurement, utility interconnection, and energy strategy across Meta's expanding data center portfolio. In this role, you will support energy market analysis, utility rate evaluation, and supply-side planning to ensure Meta's data centers are powered efficiently and at scale.

Energy Analyst, Portfolio Responsibilities:



Analyze energy market data, utility tariffs, and rate structures to support procurement decisions for data center energy supplyDevelop and maintain financial models to evaluate energy costs, forecast capital and operational expenditures, and assess the economics of utility interconnection optionsSupport the negotiation and execution of power purchase agreements, utility service agreements, and energy interconnection contractsTrack and report on energy consumption, billing accuracy, and cost variance across the data center portfolioCollaborate with real estate, construction, and data center operations teams to align energy procurement timelines with infrastructure development milestonesMonitor regulatory and policy developments in energy markets relevant to data center siting and operationsAssist in evaluating clean energy procurement opportunities, including renewable energy certificates and power purchase agreements tied to new generationMaintain internal tracking systems and dashboards to support energy portfolio reporting and stakeholder communicationCoordinate with utility providers and internal finance partners to resolve billing issues and ensure accurate cost allocation

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field, finance or business discipline, or equivalent practical experience3+ years of relevant work experience using data analytics to answer energy and electricity market questions, preferably with electric utilities, large energy consumers, energy service providers, or consultanciesProven ability to apply quantitative methodologies to analyze the energy market risks and opportunitiesExperience in analyzing utility tariffs, energy market structures, or power procurement economicsExperience building financial models to support energy cost forecasting and scenario analysisExperience managing cross-functional projects and communicating findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of data center power infrastructure, including utility service requirements and electrical load planningExperience in AI tooling development, structure, and data governanceExperience with large-scale commercial or industrial energy procurement, including utility interconnection processes or power purchase agreementsExperience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologiesFamiliarity with renewable energy markets, clean energy procurement structures, or sustainability reporting frameworksDemonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.

Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.

$104,000/year to $155,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits

Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.