Senior Data Analyst, Reliability Assessment

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Analyze and interpret information related to energy supply and infrastructure, encompassing electricity generation, load, transmission systems, and natural gas supply data.

• Create data requests and oversee the prompt collection of reliability data from entities registered with NERC.

• Assist in identifying electric reliability risks, particularly those associated with interdependent electric and natural gas energy systems.

• Formulate, execute, and oversee approaches, methods, and processes to ensure data quality.

• Convert complex data into visual representations for NERC reliability assessment products.

• Collaborate with subject-matter experts from NERC and the ERO Enterprise to enhance compatibility and interoperability of reliability data systems.

• Analyze trends and emerging electric reliability risks using datasets related to generation, load, transmission, and natural gas fuel supply.

• Identify and propose solutions for technical analysis and data-related issues.

• Acquire a working knowledge of NERC Reliability Assessments.

• Establish, implement, and adhere to policies, procedures, and processes for data collection, storage, safeguarding, and authorized dissemination.

• Coordinate with teams in Performance Analysis, Event Analysis, Engineering, Standards, and Compliance.

• Aid in the development and publication of NERC reliability assessment reports, including the Long-Term Reliability Assessment and seasonal evaluations.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Management, or a similar field, along with relevant training.

• Prior experience in the energy sector in a regulatory, monitoring, or analytical capacity.

• Familiarity with publicly accessible historical energy datasets, such as those from EIA, DOE, FERC, and Natural Gas Pipeline Electronic Bulletin Boards (EBBs).

• Knowledge of relevant proprietary datasets.

• Intermediate-level proficiency in computer programming and software skills, particularly in Python, Microsoft SQL Server, and Excel, including Macro, VBA, and PowerPivot.

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Strong analytical abilities, critical thinking skills, and a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in teams while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Must successfully pass a background check prior to employment.

• Must authenticate identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

• Required to complete the employment eligibility verification document upon hire.

• Willingness to travel to NERC offices or meeting locations as necessary.

• This position is classified as exempt.

🏝️ Benefits

• Reimbursement for travel expenses in accordance with company travel and expense reimbursement policies.

• Flexible remote work options.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

• A safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.