Carbon Direct - Power Systems Engineer
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Requirements
• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related quantitative field • Expertise in the electric power industry, with exposure to wholesale electricity markets and/or grid operations • Proficiency in AC/DC power flow models, experienced in working with production-cost models such as PROMOD, Plexos, AURORA • Proficiency in statistical modeling, forecasting, and data analysis (Python, R, MATLAB, or equivalent) • Deep familiarity with energy market structures (ISOs/RTOs), capacity markets, resource adequacy frameworks, and reliability standards • Experience deploying machine learning models in production environments • Experience working across multidisciplinary teams, strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex analytics to non-technical stakeholders • Preferred: • Experience modeling energy storage systems, EV infrastructure, building electrification, or industrial decarbonization. • Familiarity with GHG accounting, energy policy, or carbon market frameworks. • Prior experience in consulting, policy, or a climate-focused organization working with corporate clients. • Professional licensure (PE) or advanced credentials in relevant electrical engineering domains. • Published or public-facing technical work in electrification, grid modernization, or related areas. • Knowledge and experience with ISO/RTO operations • Familiarity with FERC regulatory proceedings and filings and power market design • Knowledge of natural gas/power market dynamics
Responsibilities
• Develop and operationalize ML/AI models to support real-time and forward-looking models, including load, generation, price forecasting and renewable (wind/solar) generation forecasting • Design, evaluate, and analyze electrical systems relevant to decarbonization pathways, including electrification, grid integration, power electronics, and low-carbon energy technologies. • Contribute to long-range transmission and integrated resource planning, including renewable integration assessments and production cost modeling • Conduct rigorous technical due diligence on projects, technologies, and proposals involving electrical infrastructure, energy storage, or industrial electrification. • Translate complex engineering analyses into clear, actionable recommendations for clients, internal teams, and executive stakeholders. • Collaborate cross-functionally with scientists, policy experts, and business development teams to support client deliverables and thought leadership. • Contribute to publications, technical reports, and external communications related to electrification and grid decarbonization. • Stay current on developments in power systems modeling , climate technology, grid modernization, and industrial decarbonization.
Benefits
• $133,000-$195,000 a year • While we love our work, our lives aren’t defined by it. At Carbon Direct, we offer a robust benefits package that considers the whole person, their partners, and their families – and we’re always looking to improve. • Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage. See a preview of our coverage here. • Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's • 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement • Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats • Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend • Please note that the benefits described apply to U.S.-based employees only. For our international employees, our benefits package varies by each country and its statutory requirements.
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