The candidate must be well-versed in the technical and policy aspects of energy storage and its application in the energy and power sector. She/he should meet the requirements related to project deliverables and schedule and should coordinate and communicate effectively with internal and external teams to meet the project objectives.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research related to least-cost resource planning for different states.
- Conduct research related to the field of energy storage.
- Undertake economic analysis in the areas of the energy and power (such as energy storage, renewable energy, electric mobility, and electricity transmission and distribution) to support policy decisions.
- Develop financial/econometric models pertaining to the energy and power sector.
- Compile energy market data, and analyse market trends, including demand, supply, and price projections.
- Establish communication and coordinate for data/analysis with relevant stakeholders (government, industry, and academia).
- Document and publish the research findings in detailed reports, journals articles, conference papers, and op-eds.
Qualifications
- MTech or its equivalent in Energy/Power Studies or in a related field.
Experience
- 1-4 years of relevant professional experience in energy and economic modelling
- Experience in writing high-quality research reports, including white papers, journals, policy briefs, etc.
- Experience working with generating companies, distribution utilities, renewable nodal agencies, regulatory commissions, ministries, and other government bodies.
Skill Set
- Expertise in carrying out least-cost resource planning for the power sector, cost-benefit, lifecycle cost, impacts, forecasting, market penetration, and consequences analyses of energy market.
- Ability to prepare medium- to long-term energy sector outlook reports for various states.
- Willingness to undertake technical and policy research in energy domain.
- Competence in using software and statistical tools (like Python, R, SAS, tableau, SPSS, etc.) to develop economic models and derive results.
- Competence in using power system planning tools.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and Excel).
- Strong written and oral communication skills required with good interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel frequently to collect necessary data and discuss study findings.
- Ability to work in a multi-functional team and make effective and timely decisions.
Location
Bengaluru/Noida
How to apply
Please send an email to careers@cstep.in with the subject "Application: Senior Analyst (Energy Storage)” and attach a copy of your updated CV, as well as a cover letter.