Production Cost Modeling Consultant

3 months ago


Chicago, United States Sargent & Lundy Full time
Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days

This position in Sargent & Lundy's Consulting group will require you to focus on our resource planning projects and associated production cost modeling activities, such as the following:
  • Input data gathering for the models:
    • Review existing and planned generator cost and performance parameters
    • Evaluate applicable transmission network characteristics
    • Review and incorporate load forecasts
    • Review applicable energy and fuel contracts
    • Review RTO/ISO interconnection queue data
  • Model development and benchmarking:
    • Develop and run production cost models in PLEXOS and PROMOD
    • Verify model outputs against historical system data
  • Scenario modeling and analysis:
    • Evaluate various scenarios of generation and energy storage portfolios
    • Perform sensitivity analyses
    • Perform NPV and financial analysis
  • Perform other electric system planning studies
Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, or similar field. Candidates with other type of Bachelor's degree may be considered if experience/qualifications are strong.

In order to qualify, it is important that you have 5+ years of experience in the energy industry, including one or more of the following:
  • 3+ years of experience in production cost modeling with PLEXOS and/or PROMOD
  • Analytical and modeling experience in structured power markets in the U.S. (e.g. PJM, MISO, CAISO, NYISO, ISO-NE, ERCOT, SPP)
  • Knowledge of various power generation types and their capital costs, operating costs, performance characteristics, and dispatch profiles
  • Basic knowledge of PPAs and U.S. power markets - energy, capacity, and ancillary services
  • Experience in IRP development and associated modeling is a plus.
  • Experience in forward-looking transmission congestion and generation curtailment analysis is a plus.
Also very important are:
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel.
  • Experience in languages such as VBA, Python, or similar is a plus.
  • Experience in writing technical reports and proposals.
  • Solid interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others.
  • Project planning and leadership skills.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.

Award Winning Compensation & Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements


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