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About the Role

The Energy Modeler analyzes North American energy markets using Pattern’s WIS:dom modeling suite. This role develops a comprehensive view of the company's pipeline, asset performance, and market dynamics to identify opportunities and risks. The Modeler provides actionable analysis to various departments, evaluating asset value, supporting operations, and integrating complex grid and weather data into business decisions. Key tasks include evaluating and updating the WIS:dom codebase, processing model inputs, running optimization models, and communicating results to business partners.

Responsibilities

Execute model simulations using the WIS:dom suite of tools and provide output analysis to the ESP team and external groups.
Simulate energy systems under different scenarios, such as policy changes, technology adoption, or market fluctuations.
Conduct forecasting for energy demand and supply over different time horizons.
Integrate large datasets into the modeling framework.
Gather and validate input data for models, including energy demand, resource availability, market trends, and environmental constraints.
Find available market data, translate it into WIS:dom parameters, and maintain version control and documentation of changes.
Automate repetitive tasks and enhance existing workflows to improve modeling accuracy and efficiency.
Translate complex model outputs into actionable insights for decision-makers, including engineers, project managers, and policymakers.
Work with multidisciplinary teams, including modelers, developers, analysts, GIS, and transmission analysts, to align models with real-world conditions and objectives.
Assist in the development of Pattern's mathematical models and simulations of energy systems (WIS:dom modeling suite).
Make customizations to WIS:dom branches and assumptions that could impact Pattern business decisions.

Requirements

3-5 years of experience in energy trading, renewables development, or energy industry forecasting/analytics/research.
High-level understanding of capacity expansion and production cost modeling (e.g., AURORA, SERVM, RESOLVE, PLEXOS, GE MAPS, PROMOD, UPLAN, ReEDs, PyPSA, GenX, TIMES).
Familiarity with optimization techniques and algorithms (e.g., linear programming, Monte Carlo simulations).
Knowledge of energy systems (renewable and conventional) and grid operations.
Ability to work with large datasets, ensuring data integrity and reliability.
Strong problem-solving skills for complex energy scenarios.
Ability to manage deadlines, coordinate across teams, and handle multiple modeling tasks simultaneously.

Skills

Programming skills in Python, GAMS, or Julia.
Experience with software development best practices, including version control with Git.
Familiarity with high performance computing (HPC) environments.
Experience with cloud platforms and large-scale data tools (e.g., Azure, Databricks) (preferred).

Location

United States
Hybrid

Work Type

Full-time
Hybrid

Experience Level

3-5 years of experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
Master’s degree in electrical engineering, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
Power system emphasis (desired)

Salary/Compensations

$86,000 - $108,000 USD

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Voluntary benefits
Family care benefits
Employee assistance program
Paid time off
Bonding leave
Paid holidays
401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution
Employee referral bonuses
Bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels

About the Company

Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities.
Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures.
Our company values include creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude.
Our culture fosters innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.
Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets.
We serve various customers, providing low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.

Equal Opportunity

Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.