Energy Analyst
Full Time | Boston
About TCR
TCR is an energy and economics consulting firm focused on electricity markets and the energy transition. We use advanced modeling techniques, backed by deep industry expertise, to advise clients on issues related to power market operations, renewable energy integration, decarbonization strategies, asset valuation, and resource adequacy.
About This Position
An Energy Analyst works closely with senior TCR staff and other team members to execute project-driven assignments with varying levels of client exposure and technical complexity. A typical assignment begins with understanding the problem by conducting comprehensive research, continues with discrete quantitative and analytical tasks, and concludes with the interpretation and documentation of results for subsequent tasks or presentation. Analysts also contribute towards the development of key deliverables and may participate in business development activities.
Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
TCR offers a highly collaborative and research-oriented work environment with access to highly experienced energy experts, an excellent platform for personal and professional growth, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects on the cutting edge of the energy transition.
Responsibilities:
- Examine electricity market rules, conditions, and trends through targeted research
- Review and summarize electricity market reports and client documents
- Conduct data analysis tasks using Excel, Python, and SQL
- Develop inputs for and use power system optimization models for consulting projects
- Present analytical results to team members and clients
- Collaborate with team members to prepare reports, presentations, and other client deliverables
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, or another quantitative field
- Strong data analysis skills, including hands-on experience using Python, R, or another similar language
- Knowledge of U.S. power market fundamentals, regulatory trends, energy economics, and data sources
- Basic academic understanding of optimization modeling as it relates to electricity markets (constraints and shadow pricing), microeconomics (supply and demand), and elementary finance (net present value calculations)
- Excellent analytical skills: ability to deduce key insights from data; attention to detail without losing the big picture
- Strong communication skills: ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment; ability to communicate complex findings
- Interest in the energy sector, demonstrated by relevant coursework, internships, or prior full-time employment in the industry
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in engineering, mathematics, economics, or another relevant discipline
- Prior experience developing and using power system simulation models (ENELYTIX/PSO, AURORA, PROMOD, PLEXOS, ENCOMPASS, etc.) for capacity expansion and production cost modeling
- Prior work experience in engineering related consulting, power markets, renewable energy, or related field
TCR offers a highly collaborative and research-oriented work environment with access to highly experienced energy experts, an excellent platform for personal and professional growth, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects on the cutting edge of the energy transition.
