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About the Role

This position performs a variety of tasks related to the optimization of electric power generation, fuel usage, and energy purchases and sales, helping the utility deliver reliable, affordable power to the community it serves. The analyst models conventional generation, renewables, load, and battery storage; conducts scenario analysis and what-if studies to evaluate portfolio performance and risk; and evaluates and recommends power and gas products and instruments to offset that risk.

Responsibilities

Determines optimum solutions for short-term and long-term generating capacity requirements.
Designs, develops and implements complex load forecasting systems for use in Fuel and Electric Operations Planning.
Designs, develops and implements software and solutions to facilitate wholesale power, fuel and hedging transactions.
Develops and recommends optimum strategies to hedge transmission congestion risk.
Designs, develops and implements solutions to facilitate ERCOT Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE) functions including scheduling, bidding, settlement and market monitoring.
Provides technical expertise and participates in the ERCOT market design and development process.
Determines unit commitment schedules for generating resources using generation simulation software.
Determines dispatch schedules for generating resources using generation simulation software.
Projects short-term and long-term energy consumption, energy cost, and generation requirements to serve Austin Energy (AE) system load.
Performs quantitative analysis of the financial impacts of various power, fuel and hedging transaction opportunities.
Procures, administers and utilizes AE's Electric System Generation Simulation/Production Costing models.
Evaluates economics of projects related to Conservation, Renewable Energy and other projects that support AE's Strategic Plan.
Provides the analytics for determining the sales of excess generation capacity and energy.
Analyzes and validates generating unit heat rate curves and performance data.
Conducts research and provides technical expertise regarding weather impacts to customer demand and power requirements.
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Requirements

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required.
You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
This position requires a criminal background investigation.
This position will require a NERC Clearance.
This position requires the use of an ERCOT Digital Certificate (EDC) and therefore will require a Security Review to determine if the candidate meets all the requirements for issuance of the EDC.

Skills

Knowledge of AE's wholesale fuel and energy requirements.
Knowledge of the impacts of recent deregulation trends in the fuel and energy markets.
Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing fuel and energy markets.
Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing to convey information in a clear and concise manner.
Skill in handling multiple tasks in a fast pace environment.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in analyzing complex data and solving problems.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
Ability to cross train in related areas.
Advanced Microsoft Excel expertise, with experience handling large datasets using SQL, Power Query, or similar tools
Experience analyzing ERCOT wholesale markets or other nodal markets, including congestion patterns
Familiarity with power and gas products and instruments, particularly within the context of ERCOT
Experience with commercial energy modeling and valuation tools such as Ascend Analytics or cQuant
Experience modeling conventional generation, renewables, load, and battery storage
Experience analyzing trade P&L and trade strategies and forecasting Day-Ahead and Real-Time energy prices

Location

4815 Mueller Blvd., Austin, TX 78723

Work Type

Onsite
Alternate work location

Experience Level

Five (5) years of experience in a related field
Up to one (1) year of experience may be substituted with a Master's degree
Up to two (2) years of experience may be substituted with a PhD.

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job
PhD. from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job

Salary/Compensations

Based on experience and approved City of Austin pay scales/ranges

Benefits

Generous leave
Work-life balance programs
Extensive benefits
City of Austin Employees' Retirement System
Access to public transit
Bike-friendly infrastructure
Wellness programs
On-site fitness centers
Mental health support
Professional development and leadership opportunities

About the Company

At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities.
As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – that anchor our delivery of services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites.
Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.
Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.
Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.
Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.
Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.
Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.
Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.
Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.
By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.
In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.