Expert Quantitative Analyst at Pacific Gas And Electric Company

Oakland, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Jun, 26

Salary

207000.0

Posted On

28 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Evaluation, Load Management, Demand Response, Time-Varying Rates, Energy Policy, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Program Design, Cost Effectiveness Calculation, Econometrics, Modeling, Project Management, Consultant Management, Regulatory Proceedings, Forecasting, Problem-Solving

Industry

Utilities

Description

Requisition ID # 171461 Job Category: Business Operations / Strategy Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Strategy & Growth Work Type: Hybrid Job Location: Oakland Department Overview The Customer Programs Measurement and Evaluation (CP M&E) team sits within Clean Energy Programs, which is part of the Strategy & Innovation organization. As PG&E offers Load Management programs which aim at balancing load and energy supply, CP M&E conducts rigorous evaluations to estimate the impacts of the Load Management programs on the electric grid and customer experience. We analyze the programs’ operation efficiency and offer insights to improve program performance. Findings of our program evaluations also inform long-term resource planning, utility operations, and energy policies. Position Summary The Expert Quantitative Analyst will manage evaluations of a range of load management programs, including demand response, time-varying rates, and clean energy transportation, to improve program performance and help shape California energy policies. This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The preferred work location is Oakland, CA. PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be between the minimum to the midpoint of the range. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs. Bay Area Minimum: $129,000.00 Bay Area Midpoint: $168,000.00 Bay Area Maximum: $207,000.00 Job Responsibilities Lead studies to evaluate performance of PG&E’s load management programs and dynamic rates to optimize program delivery; manage external consultants to execute the studies Communicate evaluation findings to internal and external stakeholders provide recommendations to support energy policy Sponsor testimonies for regulatory proceedings Conduct statistical analyses of utility customer data to inform program design and/or operations, including supporting the development of PG&E energy programs’ enrollment forecast Interface with internal and external stakeholders to understand business needs, define evaluation objectives and deliverables to meet these needs, and support the integration of research findings into program design and operations Run cost effectiveness calculation for PG&E’s demand response programs Minimum qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Physics, Econometrics or Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Applied Sciences, Statistics, Business or equivalent field. Job-related experience 6 years OR Master’s Degree and 5 years job-related (i.e., energy program evaluation, data analysis and interpretation, research methods, or applied statistics/econometrics) Desired qualifications Knowledge of utility operations, California load management programs and policies Excellent communication skills: able to convey complex or technical information clearly and concisely to a wide range of audiences Advanced degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or another relevant discipline Ability to influence leadership through data analysis, insights and recommendations Demonstrated ability to apply complex statistical methods, engineering or econometric modeling using large data sets Ability to lead and manage projects and project teams; ability to scope and manage third-party consultant contracts Familiarity with Demand Response Impact Evaluation Protocols Experience in running CPUC-approved Demand Response Avoided Cost Calculator Experience reviewing and commenting on technical reports and regulatory documents Excellent problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

The Analyst will lead studies to evaluate the performance of load management programs and dynamic rates, managing external consultants to optimize program delivery and communicating findings to stakeholders. Responsibilities also include conducting statistical analyses of customer data, supporting energy program forecasting, and running cost-effectiveness calculations for demand response programs.