Research Analyst II

Position Overview

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Energy Solutions is seeking a full-time Research Analyst II to join their Policy and Ratings team. This role offers the opportunity to work with talented colleagues and contribute to the climate solution by developing market-based programs for energy, carbon, and water-use savings. The position is ideal for a curious, critical thinker who wants to apply quantitative research skills towards a sustainable future, impacting state, national, and international energy markets.

Responsibilities

• Conducting qualitative and quantitative research and synthesizing findings for internal and external audiences.
• Critically assessing complex technical reports and methodology, including data sources and their applicability.
• Deriving inputs for energy policy impacts analysis.
• Performing quantitative analysis such as building stock characterization, technology characterization, market characterization, energy impacts analysis, financial impact analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, greenhouse gas impact analysis, and analysis of other energy, economic, environmental, and health metrics.
• Producing clear and transparent documentation of research and analysis.
• Developing presentations, reports, and other materials to effectively communicate methods, findings, and implications.
• Conducting quality assurance and quality control practices.
• Learning and applying new analytical techniques and methodology under guidance.
• Providing oversight and review of supporting staff.
• Collaborating with teams to execute multiple concurrent projects within schedule and budget constraints.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum of five years of relevant work experience (graduate school years are applicable).
• A bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., economics, engineering, another scientific field).
• Demonstrated excellence in conceptual analysis, critical thinking, quantitative analysis, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and communication skills, including experience writing technical reports and delivering technical presentations.
• Proven ability to manage and execute complex research tasks, both independently and collaboratively.
• Professional experience estimating costs and benefits, conducting cost-benefit analysis, and analyzing lifecycle cost impacts.
• Relevant domain knowledge in at least one area, such as: energy efficiency, clean energy, electrification, demand flexibility, decarbonization, distributed energy resources, building science, utility programs, public policy, building codes, appliance standards, or regulations.
• Professional experience conducting policy impact analysis, utility program impact evaluation, or techno-economic potential studies.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to prioritize and be flexible in a fast-paced, evolving, collaborative environment.

Company Information

Energy Solutions has been harnessing the power of market-based programs since 1995 to deliver proven, performance-based solutions for utility, government, and institutional customers. The company focuses on big impacts and is dedicated to an expeditious transition to a sustainable, equitable future.