Job Openings at Nexant: Energy Efficiency Project Analyst

Posting several job openings for a good, old friend at Nexant. The head of the group is one of the best known experts in the load research community. It is a great opportunity for any junior consultant in this area to work with experts like him. If interested, please search "analyst" via Nexant career site and submit your application over there.

Project Analyst (Energy Efficiency)

About the Job

Nexant is currently seeking energy efficiency Project Analysts for our Cary, NC, Louisville, CO and Malvern, PA offices for our Customer Strategy Planning and Analysis Group. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing statistical, analytical, and technical support services for Nexant’s analysis of energy efficiency, renewables, and demand response technologies and programs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Mid-level analyst or engineering support: data collection, project research, energy analytics, etc.
• Work independently and in teams to conduct tasks related to research projects and participate in research efforts.
• Conduct market characterization studies in energy efficiency
• Contribute to energy efficiency, demand response and renewable energy market potential studies with measure research and MS Excel modeling
• Perform energy savings calculations for energy efficiency measures
• Conduct impact evaluations and cost-effectiveness analyses for energy efficiency programs
• Develop survey instruments and research design.
• Conduct primary and secondary data collection efforts as well as data analysis.
• Maintain quality control of deliverable products, demonstrating technical excellence, objectivity, and clarity while maintaining project schedules.
• Technical report writings; contribute to draft reports, including results and actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in engineering or research related field of study (mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, statistical analysis, econometrics, economics, energy policy, business, finance, physics etc.).
• Interest in clean energy and renewable technologies
• 0-3 years of experience and/or education within the energy efficiency or building efficiency industry
• An understanding of building systems (particularly HVAC), thermodynamics, and heat transfer a plus
• Experience in energy simulation modeling is a plus
• Experience with statistical analysis software such as: Stata, SQL, R, SAS, SPSS, Excel, Access, Python or other database software is desired
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (macros/VBA proficiency a plus)
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks
• Experience preparing reports detailing analytical findings
• Excellent writing, communication, and computer skills are mandatory
• Strong work ethic with ability to work independent of direct supervision at times
• Excellent oral communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

Salary and Benefits (U.S.)

Nexant offers competitive salaries based on candidate's qualifications. Nexant also offers three weeks paid vacation per year, eleven paid holidays per year, a 401(k) plan with employee matching funds and an overall comprehensive benefits package.

Nexant, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Nexant

Nexant is a globally recognized software, consulting and services leader that provides innovative solutions to utilities, energy enterprises, chemical companies and government entities worldwide. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in San Francisco, Nexant and its 650+ employees work from 32 global offices providing deep technical expertise and regional knowledge to improve customer engagement, boost operational efficiency, reduce costs and achieve superior business results.

Nexant supports clients through three distinct business units:

• Nexant Energy Software has developed and commercialized a number of industry-leading software platforms and applications, including Nexant iEnergy®, Nexant Grid360™, Nexant iHedge® and Nexant RevenueManager®.
• Nexant Utility Services works with clients to drive customer energy savings, ensure cost-effective program design, implementation and management, and promote customer engagement.
• Nexant Energy & Chemicals Advisory provides strategic planning, project development, competitor analysis, market and price forecasting, and NexantThinking™, a subscription program and online product portal

Every day, Nexant employees partner with customers to reimagine the world we live in and create a more sustainable energy tomorrow.