Analyst Load Research / Forecasting 1, 2, Senior

Job Brief

The Forecasting and Load Research department is the central group for electricity demand expertise at Salt River Project, a historic Arizona institution providing power that over one million customers depend on. Forecasting and Load Research operates within the Corporate Strategy division to provide the long-term outlook for electricity demand as a critical input to major energy system planning decisions. In addition, the department performs periodic and special studies to understand customers’ preferences, behaviors and SRP’s strategic opportunities on the demand-side of the energy system. These efforts support the low-carbon transition of the power system while maintaining SRP’s reliable and affordable service. The successful candidate will function within a highly talented and motivated team to improve our understanding of electricity demand and contribute meaningfully to enabling the future power system.

Job Responsibilities

•    Interpret and leverage data, trends, qualitative data, industry benchmarking and other sources of information to create and maintain SRP’s Corporate Load Forecast 
•    Source and synthesize large amounts of data across topical areas into clean input datasets and clear conclusions
•    Collaborate with customer-facing teams to collect up-to-date information on business and market trends
•    Work with ‘big data’ in cloud computing environments 
•    Develop and maintain broad internal and external networks to exchange information on a regular basis 
•    Utilize creative and targeted approaches to communicate and present information to different audiences, including executive leadership and non-technical groups 
•    Represent SRP on external industry groups, community groups, and other consortia as necessary
•    Perform industry benchmarking to help SRP understand how we compare to other utilities and industry best practices for load research and forecasting
•    Manage and lead special projects and initiatives as necessary
•    Treat sensitive data responsibly
•    Have a desire for personal growth, learning, teamwork, and team improvement

Professional Qualifications
•    Experience in statistical analysis, econometrics, data science, or forecasting techniques 
•    Experience in business analysis, market research, consulting, strategic planning, or related areas
•    Familiarity with computer programming (VBA, SQL, Python, C++, R, Matlab, etc.) 
•    Project management experience preferred, but not required
•    Utility and/or energy sector experience preferred, but not required 
•    Strong attention to detail, facilitation, collaboration, time-management, and organization skills 
•    Self-motivated with a proven ability to take the initiative with minimal direction
•    Excellent communication skills, including active listening, and the ability to adjust and tailor the communication style to the intended audience  
•    Excellent critical thinking, quality control, and problem-solving skills 

Additional Information

• This position functions in a hybrid work environment with at least two days per week on-site work required in Tempe, Arizona
• This position is with the Forecasting team within the Load Research and Forecasting department, which is responsible for delivering various highly visible and critical outputs at high quality and on time

Education

Experience

Candidates with, or pursuing, an advanced degree are preferred.

Five (5) years of professional experience required for senior level. Promotion to Level 2 requires a minimum of two years experience at Level 1; demonstrated capability to perform advanced and more difficult work as determined by the supervisor.  Promotion to Senior Level requires a minimum of three years experience at Level 2; is fully competent in all aspects of functional area of assignment and as such would be recognized as a specialist in area of assignment and may have periodic or occasional lead responsibilities.