Job Description

To support our growth, we seek an entry level Energy markets researcher to work in our Wholesale Power line of business. He/she will contribute to the development of innovative, accurate, timely, and high quality products and services, typically working on multiple projects with all levels of staff. Energy markets researcher at ICF has an opportunity to apply their experience and academic knowledge, gain exposure to major projects, and interact with experts and clients in the field, while building content knowledge and consulting skills. He/she will advance in our consulting practice and develop an area of special competence, with increasing responsibility for project management and client contact.

Key Responsibilities

Perform advanced quantitative and economic analysis of energy markets globally, but with a focus on North America, to assess and forecast the future of electric power and fuels markets, prices, power plant operation and valuation, fuel consumption, environmental emissions and compliance, transmission, regulatory effects, among other parameters

Extensive data research. Responsible for maintaining a large database of energy related data that must be updated regularly. Data sources include data-providers, industry publications, regulatory agencies and web research.

Tracking of up to date information on energy sector (particularly generation, transmission and distribution ) and incorporating in existing industry databases

Creation of new industry databases that may be required

Exhaustive analysis of forecast and changes resulting from updated inputs

Interface with clients on key deliverables

Prepares documents and summaries for submission to clients

Prepares papers and presentations for external publications

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in an engineering preferably electrical & mechanical

0-3 years of relevant energy industry experience

Ability to demonstrated quantitative skills

Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Access

Preferred Skills/Experience:

Power market experience

Knowledge of linear optimization / production cost models / applied microeconomics is an advantage

Previous consulting experience

Strong modeling skills specifically advanced Microsoft excel skill

Professional Skills

Owns The Business:

Builds knowledge of the business and applies understanding of ICF markets and capabilities to day-to-day responsibilities. Aligns with and supports decisions.

Sets challenging and measurable and sustainable goals in collaboration with manager(s).

Makes understanding and meeting client needs a driving force behind daily work.

Builds Organizational Capability:

Builds one's own skills and abilities for the future.

Recognizes and supports the need for change. Adopts new system and processes to support evolving business needs.

Models Leadership:

Recognizes own strengths, limitations and personal motivations.

Demonstrates trustworthiness and upholds the highest ethical standards.

Cooperates with others and values diversity.

Ensures that information flows effectively to others.

Analytical Ability:

Identifies and collects the information needed to solve a problem effectively.

Acknowledges when one doesn't know something and takes steps to find out

Written Communication & Presentation Skills:

Clearly expresses ideas, thoughts, and concepts in writing

Organizes written work in a manner that is clear, easy to follow, and tailored for the intended audience.

Effectively communicates information and ideas using speech and visual aids. Effectively organizes ideas for logical presentation and maximum impact.

Working at ICF

Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.

New Delhi, India (II77)