ConnectGen is seeking an Analyst/Associate, Transmission and Market Analytics to join our dynamic and growing team. This position is responsible for assisting with project development opportunities for new renewable energy and energy storage technologies across all regions using the production cost analysis and other models. This analyst/associate will report to the Director, Transmission and is part of ConnectGen’s Transmission team. This position follows a hybrid work schedule of three days per week in the office located downtown Houston and two days remote.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support the project analysis by building production cost and powerflow models for regions of interest for renewable and storage development. The regions of interest may include WECC, NYISO, PJM, MISO and ERCOT.
- Perform basis, curtailment and congestion assessments using production cost models like PROMOD for renewable projects under development.
- Gather the data and intelligence from Interconnection queues and utility IRPs for developing scenarios for production cost models.
- Review transmission plans and ensure that powerflow models are up to date for internal analyses.
- Create automation to process frequently used inputs and outputs for the various study processes.
- Improve data management processes, process automation, increasing the efficiency and organization of data storage.
- Support due diligence of project acquisitions upon request.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to review technical designs, reports, documentation, and market data to support project development efforts.
- Ability to function in a team and demonstrate a strong motivation to succeed in a very fast paced environment.
- Ability to perform detailed technical analysis, synthesize results and automate repeatable processes.
- Ability to communicate technical issues effectively to non-technical audiences and higher management.
- Ability to obtain approval to access Critical Energy Infrastructure Information (CEII) [see https://www.ferc.gov/enforcement-legal/ceii]
- Must be authorized to work in the US for any US employer without sponsorship.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is required.
- 1-2 years of experience in generator production cost modeling, energy market data analysis and/or powerflow analysis is preferred.
- Experience with Excel and MS office Suite is required. Demonstrated competency in other modeling, statistical analysis, and/or optimization software is strongly desired, but not required.
- Experience working with Transmission Service Providers (including ISOs/RTOs), NERC, and FERC a plus.
ABOUT CONNECTGEN
Repsol acquired ConnectGen in February 2024, enhancing its U.S. renewable energy assets. ConnectGen is focused on developing high quality wind, solar and energy storage projects across North America. Based in Houston, Texas, our experienced team has developed, built and operated thousands of megawatts across North America.
WHY CONNECTGEN
ConnectGen offers an attractive total rewards package including competitive pay, annual bonus, health and welfare benefits, generous time off, paid holidays, flexible work and more! We have a strong commitment to fostering a culture of support, entrepreneurship, innovation, problem-solving, professional development and growth in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on projects that will impact the future of power generation infrastructure.
