Pay Grade

12

**Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level**

Position Summary

The Analyst Energy Portfolio Analytics position supports qualitative and quantitative analysis functions for the Energy Portfolio Analytics (EPA) section of the Energy Supply & Market Operations (ESMO) department. The role requires research and analysis to support planning, budgeting, and decision-making for CPS Energy generation. Data and information management, communication and presentation of analysis methodologies and results are required.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Researches and provides performance information for resource option modeling and decision support for all types of energy technologies
• Develops and manages forecasts for energy resources, products, and other items related to resource planning
• Researches market information and works with CPS Energy internal subject matter experts and consultants to support forecast developments
• Learns and stays abreast of key energy policies and regulations that may impact cost, planning and decision-making for generation resources
• Designs, processes, and manages Measurement and Verification (M&V) algorithms, peak event analysis, and reporting on program characteristics and effects on electrical system for virtual power plant-type resources and customer programs
• Provides analysis support on various type of projects such as new power plant projects, plant upgrade and retirement decisions and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) on solar, wind, energy storage and other types of resources.
• Conduct statistical analysis, build predictive models, and support decision engine configuration inclusive to multivariate regression, weather normalization, and usage forecasting
• Manage and merge large data sets, extract information from Customer Information System (CIS) and meter data platforms for application in various projects and processes to develop insights for business decisions
• Discover insights from disparate data sources and present information using data visualization techniques
• Utilizes computer-based business models, such as Excel, Metrix, Demand Response Management System (DRMS) / Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS), SAS, Alteryx, Aurora, and/or Gen Trader, and/or other tools to conduct analysis
• Presents analysis methodologies and results to internal stakeholders, providing recommendations as needed
• Performs other research and analysis as assigned
• Performs tasks with supervision and support from EPA Management and other senior team mem

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Ability to learn and understand basic principles of electricity production, power plant operations, and electricity and fuel markets.

Ability to gain knowledge of the CPS Energy Resource Portfolio and other Resources in the long-range plan or under consideration.

Ability to learn and gain knowledge of ERCOT Market principles and protocols.

Ability to learn and gain knowledge of Utility Principles.

Ability to work on cross-functional teams.

Experience in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited university, particular an MBA
• Advanced analytics experience (Excel, Python, Tableau, Alteryx)
• Knowledge and experience in energy production cost modeling using tools such as Aurora and Gen Trader

Competencies

Driving for Results

Communicates Effectively

Delivering High Quality Work

Evaluating and Implementing Ideas

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or related field from an accredited university. OR Critical analytical experience demonstrated in a similar position.

Required Certifications

Working Environment

The work environment includes extensive indoor work, computer usage, manual dexterity, talking on the phone and in-person, hearing, and performing repetitive motions.

Must have the ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, and other business-related events.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.