[Hiring] Senior Analyst, Research & Industry Strategy @Smart Electric Power Alliance

Role Description

The Senior Analyst works within SEPA's Research and Industry Strategy (RIS) department that serves as the organization’s subject matter experts on what it takes to deliver clean, affordable, and resilient energy to all customers, both in the U.S. and globally. This role supports the design and implementation of research and strategic initiatives that advance SEPA’s Grid, Growth, and Globe priorities.

The Senior Analyst conducts high-quality quantitative and qualitative research and policy analysis, synthesizing and presenting data, regulatory and policy insights in clear and timely written and visual products for utilities, policymakers, and other industry stakeholders.

This position has the opportunity to work on a broad set of issues related to the ongoing transformation of the U.S. and global electric power sector, while also developing deeper subject matter expertise on select topics including:

• Resilience
• Distributed energy resources
• Demand flexibility
• Grid modernization
• Clean energy strategy
• International clean energy policy and regulatory frameworks

The Senior Analyst contributes to SEPA’s member-focused working groups, external communications, and other collaborative initiatives, strengthening SEPA’s position as a trusted resource for industry and policymakers.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience in the energy industry in a government, nonprofit, or private sector role.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, public policy, physical or environmental science, international policy, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.

Requirements

• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to translate technical, policy, and market complexity into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong writing and public speaking skills, with ability to articulate complex value propositions to diverse audiences, from technical experts to policymakers.
• Experience contributing to complex research projects, implementing project management processes, and working effectively across teams and with external partners.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on a broad set of issues related to the transformation of the electric power sector.
• Development of deeper subject matter expertise on select topics.
• Collaboration with SEPA’s member-focused working groups and external communications.