Senior Energy Market Analyst - SERC Region

energyexemplarllc

Americas

Posted Aug 19, 2026

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Job description

About Energy Exemplar

In an era where the world is rapidly advancing towards a cleaner future through decarbonization, Energy Exemplar’s mission lies in ‘Empowering Transformative Energy Decisions’. Founded in 1999 in Adelaide, Australia, our award-winning software portfolio encompassing the modeling and simulation platform PLEXOS®, Aurora, and Adapt2, is trusted by innovative organizations across the globe. Through our technology and people, we strive to enable stakeholders from across the entire energy value chain to revolutionize the energy ecosystem and to collaboratively plan and execute for a sustainable energy future with unprecedented clarity, speed, and innovation.

Our impact is global and is being recognized across the industry. Some of our recent accolades include:

SaaS Company of the Year (2025) – Global Business Tech Awards.
Environmental Impact Award (2025) – E+E Leaders Awards.
IPPAI (Independent Power Producers Association of India) Power Awards (2025) - Winners
Finalist: Platts Global Energy Awards (2024) – Grid Edge category
Finalist: Reuters Global Energy Transition Awards (2024) – Technologies of Change
Top 50 Marketing Team (2024) – Voted by the public at the ICON Awards.

How We Work

Energy Exemplar is growing fast around 30% year on year and, that growth is driven by how we work. We trust our team to deliver great results from wherever they work best, whether that’s at home, in the office, or on the move.

We’re a global team that values ownership, integrity, and innovation. You’ll be supported to balance work and life in a way that works for you, and empowered to take initiative, solve problems, and make an impact, regardless of your background, location, or role.

Our four core values, Customer Success, One Global Team, Integrity & Ownership, and Innovation Excellence aren’t just words. They show up in how we collaborate, how we solve, and how we grow together.

About the Position

As part of the Americas Solutions team, this role specializes in US energy markets within the Power Systems team, focusing on energy system planning for entities like System Operators, Regulators, and government organizations.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in energy market economics, wholesale market trends, and fundamental modeling for decision-making. Key areas include forecasting energy prices, portfolio optimization, risk management, secondary market participation, and investment strategy evaluation.

Use of fundamental market modelling tools to forecast energy prices and cross border flows in short, medium and long term time horizons.
Use of market modelling and portfolio optimization models in pre-trade decisions (physical energy trading and/or prop trading)
Use of market models to understand Value at Risk, and develop medium term hedging strategies.
How to apply models to optimize strategy for participation in secondary markets (Balancing Markets, Ancillary Services Markets, etc).
Evaluation of impact of disruptive technologies on longer term energy markets.
Use of Modelling to support strategic/investment decisions.

The role has two main objectives: leading energy market model projects and PLEXOS implementation, and supporting business development through thought leadership and sales expertise. As part of model delivery, the Energy Market Analyst will also handle project implementation tasks:

Gather customer requirements and design PLEXOS-based modeling solutions, either enhancing existing datasets or building models from scratch.
Provide industry best practices, assist in developing market assumptions, and analyze model outcomes, recommending adjustments as needed.
Calibrate models to historical benchmarks and advise on strategic applications of PLEXOS.
Develop test plans, resolve issues with product support, and deliver training on PLEXOS usage.

In a business development capacity, the Energy Market Analyst will perform the following functions:

Develop Proof of Concept models showcasing Energy Exemplar’s solutions.
Support sales by understanding client challenges and proposing tailored solutions.
Deliver technical presentations, respond to RFIs/RFPs, and address product inquiries.
Provide market insights to enhance the product roadmap.
Conduct research, create energy market studies, and present findings at conferences and webinars.

This is a customer facing role, and therefore successful candidates will not only have strong modelling capabilities and domain expertise, but also have excellent communication skills, be outgoing, professional, driven and able to multi-task in a dynamic and often changing environment.

Our customers use our products to help shape the future of the energy industry, and as such this role offers the opportunity to work with cutting edge technologies, collaborate with key players in energy markets, and solve the most fundamental problems facing the energy sector today.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

Knowledge of electricity markets, power trading or electrical systems Planning & Operations
Experience in energy market supply and demand modelling via optimization/unit commitment (Preferably via commercial tools such as PLEXOS, BID3, Antaras, SDDP, PROMOD, etc)
Strong analytical skills
Strong interpersonal presence and skills - demonstrated ability to build rapport
Proficient with corporate productivity and web presentation tools
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong listening and presentation skills
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
Self-driven, results-orientated with a positive outlook and a focus on quality
Thorough knowledge of standard Microsoft programs – Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Sense of urgency for goal achievement
Strong desire for personal and career advancement
A tertiary degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Economics, Operations Research or similar degree. Ideally the candidate should have specialisation in Electricity Systems (and/or Markets).
3 - 4 years’ experience in energy markets with a strong understanding of energy economics and market fundamentals, energy systems operation and/or engineering
Knowledge of PLEXOS or other mathematically based optimisation tools
Experience with ENTSO-E working groups, particularly around the TYNDP or ERAA studies

Energy Exemplar is an equal opportunities employer, and we value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing and fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Bring your authentic self and help us build an inclusive world together! To support you in being the best version of yourself during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements.

* Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Energy Exemplar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process—we're here to support you in showcasing your full potential.

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