Transmission System Market Analyst

About This Role

Conduct analysis through research, gathering, and interpretation of data, with a focus on bulk electric system transmission reliability to ensure stability and resilience of the electrical grid through real-time monitoring and optimization of market operations. Present analysis and recommendations to management and lead implementation of selected alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Monitor bulk electric system transmission operations and past energy market dynamics, including generation output, load forecasts, and transmission constraints
• Analyze market activities to determine any possible shortfalls/patterns
• Assist with the identification of bulk electric system transmission congestion within the PacifiCorp system
• Prepare key managerial performance reports associated with Real Time Market transmission reliability
• Perform complex assignments lacking precedent and requiring creativity
• Prepare regular reports, incident analyses, and post-event assessments to evaluate bulk electric system transmission performance
• Provide advice or functional direction and assume a lead role in the work group
• Perform audits and inquiries; assess business issues and risks within the organization
• Research and analyze complex data
• Report on performance and develop alternatives and recommendations for improvement to management
• Lead implementation of selected alternative to various analysis projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or other applicable fields or equivalent experience
• 3+ years experience in data gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling
• Working knowledge of SAP or similar systems
• Project management skills including project leadership, task identification, scheduling, and cost/expenditure identification
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient with personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications
• Ability to work with all levels of an organization and as a team member
• Knowledge of applicable company policies, procedures, federal, state, and local governmental laws and regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or other applicable fields; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• A minimum of 3 years of directly related experience in gathering, analysis, interpretation, trending, forecasting, and modeling skills

Nice to Have

• Knowledge and understanding of the electric utility industry and its regulatory and operating environments
• Experience with bulk electric system transmission market operations
• Experience working within a control center environment
• Understanding of project life cycles
• Understanding of FERC/NERC requirements

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits