[Hiring] Energy Markets Consultant/Senior Energy Markets Consultant @IIIIIIUS

Role Description

ICF is seeking an Energy Markets Consultant / Senior Consultant to join our growing Power Markets practice. In this role, you will work with leading energy industry participants to evaluate investment opportunities, forecast market outcomes, assess risks, and develop strategies in an increasingly complex energy environment.

You will contribute to projects involving:

• Power market forecasting
• Asset valuation
• Transmission and interconnection analysis
• Renewable energy development
• Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
• Resource adequacy
• Data center load growth
• Energy transition initiatives

Working alongside experienced industry professionals, you will gain exposure to a broad range of technical, financial, and strategic issues affecting U.S. electricity markets while developing expertise that directly influences major investment and business decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Operations Research, Mathematics, Energy Systems, Statistics, or a related quantitative field
• Bachelor’s degree AND 2 to 4+ years of experience in energy markets, power systems, energy economics, market analysis, consulting, trading, utility planning, or a related field
• Master’s degree AND 1 to 3+ years of experience in energy markets, power systems, energy economics, market analysis, consulting, trading, utility planning, or a related field
• Analytical and problem-solving skill experience
• Experience using Excel and quantitative analysis tools
• Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar programming languages

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Operations Research, Mathematics, Energy Systems, Statistics, or a related quantitative field
• Bachelor’s degree AND 5 to 8+ years of experience in energy markets, power systems, energy economics, market analysis, consulting, trading, utility planning, or a related field
• Master’s degree AND 4 to 7+ years of experience in energy markets, power systems, energy economics, market analysis, consulting, trading, utility planning, or a related field
• Analytical and problem-solving skill experience
• Experience using Excel and quantitative analysis tools
• Experience with Python, R, SQL, or similar programming languages

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with power market simulation and forecasting tools such as PROMOD®, PLEXOS®, Aurora®, PSLF®, or similar platforms
• Understanding of U.S. wholesale power markets, market design, transmission systems, resource adequacy, and generation economics
• Experience supporting renewable energy, battery storage, transmission, utility, or infrastructure investment projects
• Knowledge of asset valuation, project finance, M&A due diligence, or investment analysis
• Experience using Python, R, SQL, Power BI, or other advanced analytical tools
• Experience leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, generative AI, and AI-enabled productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to improve market analysis, research, forecasting, data processing, automation, and client deliverables
• Interest in emerging topics including energy transition, data center load growth, electrification, battery storage, transmission expansion, and grid modernization

Professional Skills

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Intellectual curiosity and desire to continuously learn about energy markets and emerging technologies
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong attention to detail, initiative, and commitment to client service

Pay Range

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is: $74,090.00 - $125,954.00