Energy Markets Analyst

ICF International is seeking an Energy Markets Analyst in Noida, India. The role involves analyzing data for power sector modeling, conducting production cost modeling, and supporting policy analysis related to energy markets. Candidates should have a master's in Power/Energy systems or a bachelor's in electrical engineering, with 0-2 years of relevant experience. Strong quantitative skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required.
As an Energy Market Analyst at ICF, your role will involve contributing to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services in the power sector modeling projects. You will work on multiple projects with all levels of staff, apply academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field. Your responsibilities will include:

- Collecting and analyzing data for power sector modeling projects such as technology characterizations, regional load and energy demand data, and emissions control technologies cost and performance.
- Performing production cost modeling and transmission congestion analysis of power markets.
- Assisting in modeling and analysis of nodal power markets including financial calculations and other standard asset valuation-related tasks.
- Leading data input, output processes, and maintaining datasets and templates required for nodal power markets modeling.
- Researching and keeping the broader group updated on the latest power market developments in prominent ISO/RTO markets.
- Performing advanced quantitative analysis of transmission systems around the world to assess and forecast the future of electric reliability, transmission bottlenecks, and regulatory effects.
- Supporting modeling and policy analysis related to transmission, renewable energy, smart grid, and distribution.
- Developing code and macros to process and manage large datasets.
- Preparing high-quality written and electronic products.

Qualifications required for this role include:

- A masters degree in Power/Energy systems or a bachelor's in electrical engineering.
- 0-2 years of production cost modeling and/or economic power market analysis experience.
- Experience in production cost modeling using industry-standard models.
- Basic knowledge of industry-standard power flow tools.
- Strong quantitative and modeling skills, specifically database management and data analysis skills.
- Knowledge of linear optimization and energy and environmental markets.
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel and VBA) skills.
- Knowledge of Excel macro programming and other programming languages.
- Good research skills.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects under strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the project team and client to achieve established goals.

ICF is a global consulting services company that combines industry expertise with cutting-edge engagement capabilities to help organizations solve complex challenges. Since 1969, public and private sector clients have trusted ICF to navigate change and shape the future. Learn more at icf.com. As an Energy Market Analyst at ICF, your role will involve contributing to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high-quality products and services in the power sector modeling projects. You will work on multiple projects with all levels of staff, apply academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field. Your responsibilities will include:

- Collecting and analyzing data for power sector modeling projects such as technology characterizations, regional load and energy demand data, and emissions control technologies cost and performance.
- Performing production cost modeling and transmission congestion analysis of power markets.
- Assisting in modeling and analysis of nodal power markets including financial calculations and other standard asset valuation-related tasks.
- Leading data input, output processes, and maintaining datasets and templates required for nodal power markets modeling.
- Researching and keeping the broader group updated on the latest power market developments in prominent ISO/RTO markets.
- Performing advanced quantitative analysis of transmission systems around the world to assess and forecast the future of electric reliability, transmission bottlenecks, and regulatory effects.
- Supporting modeling and policy analysis related to transmission, renewable energy, smart grid, and distribution.
- Developing code and macros to process and manage large datasets.
- Preparing high-quality written and electronic products.

Qualifications required for this role include:

- A masters degree in Power/Energy systems or a bachelor's in electrical engineering.
- 0-2 years of production cost modeling and/or economic power market analysis experience.
- Experience in production cost modeling using industry-standard models.
- Basic knowledge of industry-standard power flow tools.
- Strong quantitative and modeling skills, specifically database management and data analysis skills.
- Knowledge of linear optimization and energy and environmental markets.
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Excel and VBA) skills.
- Knowledge of Excel macro programming and other programming languages.
- Good research skil