Power and Natural Gas Modeling and Markets Lead (Energy practice)

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Position Overview

We are seeking qualified candidates with prior experience, and knowledge of power and gas market modeling and analysis to join our team. We are hiring for positions across multiple levels. The job qualifications below are the minimal requirements

- Acting as a principal custodian of some of the Energy practice’s power and natural gas market models, including capacity expansion models, production cost models, storage models, reliability models, and revenue requirement models.

- Performing a broad range of quantitative consulting tasks such as developing power and gas market scenarios and assumptions, evaluating new energy technologies, calculating LCOEs, and running market simulations and interpreting results.

- Managing and contributing to engagements involving utility integrated resource plans, commercial due diligence of power plants and energy infrastructure, reliability and RTO assessments, and other power and gas sector analysis

- Supporting the development of industry leading models through research and analysis, programming, and model vetting in areas like reliability (LOLE), resource adequacy (ELCC), storage, and EV/DER penetration.

- Developing presentations and reports to concisely, comprehensively, and accurately share findings with clients on complex matters.

- Presenting to senior- and mid-level staff of clients

- Overseeing junior staff in the production of reports, presentations, and market analyses.

Desired Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in operations research, economics, computer science, finance, or engineering, Master’s degree preferred;

- A minimum two years of professional experience in power and/or natural gas market modeling using tools like AURORAxmp, PLEXOS, PROMOD, and Encompass;

- Previous project and client management experience required;

- Strong interest in and knowledge of power and natural gas market modeling and solving client challenges that depend on this modeling;

- Excellent presentation skills and writing ability;

- Strong problem solving abilities and resourcefulness;

- Working well in a team environment, and willingness to provide mentorship and supervision to junior staff members;

- Can be located in Boston or Washington DC; hybrid working environment

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Responsible AI Use in Recruiting

We believe that recruiting is fundamentally a human process, and we are committed to a hiring process that is consistent, transparent, and people-focused. While AI and other technology-enabled tools help our team operate more efficiently, we strive to provide every candidate with a personalized, thoughtful, and high-touch experience. As CRA invests significant human effort to find qualified members for our teams, we expect candidates to invest corresponding human effort to learn about CRA, prepare thoughtful application materials, and engage with our interviewers. Read more about appropriate hiring manager, recruiting team, and candidate AI at CRA on our website .

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.