Basin Electric Power Cooperative · 1 day ago
ENERGY MARKET ANALYST (DOE) (DATA SCIENTIST)
Basin Electric Power Cooperative is seeking an Energy Market Analyst (Data Scientist) to assist in modeling, analyzing, and reporting on technical, environmental, and economic conditions related to their commodities and market intelligence. The role involves supporting analysis for market transactions, forecasting, and evaluating portfolio performance.
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Responsibilities
Assist in analyzing and comparing Basin's diverse fleet of generating resources forecast performance with actual results and explain variances
Assist in the development and maintenance of Basin Electric's on-going seasonal, annual, and long-term commodity position analysis
Assist in compiling reports to evaluate portfolio performance by developing and applying an understanding of the technical and economic data attributable to participation in a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) and bilateral trading environment
Learn the navigation and appropriate use of several different Energy Trade and Risk Management (ETRM) software systems, including, but not limited to, Allegro, PCI, and OATI
Utilize understanding of the technical and economic data attributable to participation in a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) and bilateral trading environment to compile reports as necessary to evaluate portfolio performance
Assist in the scheduling of daily and monthly load-related Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) financial schedules and load related Southwest Power Pool (SPP) bilateral schedules
Work with the Business Systems Analyst in developing, operating, modifying, and maintaining large production cost computer programs that simulate and model the operation of the Cooperative's system
Assist in planning, scheduling, and developing short-term and mid-term load and wind forecasts using the Itron MetrixIDR's advanced neural network and regression model specifications based on linear and non-linear interactions between load, weather, and calendar information
Work with team to develop an understanding of the Cooperative’s member electric sales and various WAPA allocations
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mathematics, economics, statistics, or a related quantitative field
A valid driver's license
General knowledge of statistical analysis
Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and personal computers
Ability to perform in a team environment
Ability to communicate and must be able to clearly exchange accurate information
Ability to develop plans, procedures, and goals, and present information
Company
Basin Electric Power Cooperative
OUR MISSION We provide wholesale energy and services to our member-owners.
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Funding
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unknownKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-09-05Grant
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