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AES Senior Analyst, Growth Strategy in Colorado
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About the job
At AES, we raise the quality of life around the world by changing the way energy works. Everyone makes an impact every day in our small, global teams. Apply here to start an extraordinary career today.
AES Clean Energy (AES) is currently seeking a Senior Analyst to assist in evaluating AES’ current and future markets for solar, wind, energy storage, and new technologies, within the United States. This role will be part of our Growth Strategy Team. The person in this position will be responsible for synthesizing internal and external data and analysis to build strategies for success for each market where we operate, with a focus on building tools to evaluate AES’ competitiveness in these markets.
This position can be remote or based at one of our U.S. offices. The role requires modest travel, as needed. The successful candidate will work on a cross-functional team and interact with AES commercial, project development, finance, policy, transmission, and other teams, as well as outside consultants, RTO operators, state utility regulators, local community authorities, and utility companies.
This is a compelling opportunity for a driven candidate to join an innovative and collaborative team within one of the most innovative and leading companies in US clean energy.
Key Responsibilities
Work directly with Regional Lead to develop and implement Market Plans
Conduct deep research into solar, wind, and storage projects in order to create a holistic and detailed picture of the competitive landscape in key markets
Identify market opportunities for growth and areas where AES can improve competitiveness
Synthesize and understand data and research from a variety of sources, including RTO/ISOs, industry news, market intelligence platforms, local jurisdictions, and state regulators, including both desktop research and direct conversations with external parties
Maintain reliable and organized databases of information that can easily interface with the Growth Strategy Team’s tools and other tools at AES Clean Energy, including presentations, dashboards, and financial models
Utilize GIS platforms to assist in research tasks and optimally visualize geospatial data
Create data visualizations and streamline the pipeline from analysis to presentation
Skills And Qualifications
Deep personal drive and approaches work as collaborative team member
Undergraduate degree in a technical field, business, environmental science, OR relevant work experience in an analytical and research-oriented role
Passion for the energy transition and renewable energy
Basic knowledge of clean energy fundamentals including project development, energy markets, utilities, interconnection, permitting, and contracting
Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Microsoft Excel
Experience with GIS platforms, especially Google Earth and QGIS or ArcGIS
Proficiency in data/statistics and visualization tools such as R, Tableau, or other tools preferred
Additional preference for candidates with experience interfacing with Web APIs or using database tools such as Google Cloud Platform and PowerBI
Ability to manage multiple project priorities simultaneously
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to synthesize and explain complex topics in a concise manner
Approaches new challenges and problems with a problem-solving mindset and is always ready to learn a new skill to reach team goals
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $85,000 and $106,250/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
Accelerating the future of energy, together
Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action.
We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other.
We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy.
Are you ready to join us? www.aes.com/careers