2022 Energy Modelling Analyst - TAFE Students Preferred null

About the position

This is a unique international opportunity for a recent university graduate or a professional seeking to build their career in the energy sector to join our Asia-Pacific region as an Energy Modelling Analyst. You will initially be based in Sydney, Australia, before moving permanently to a new office in Singapore in the Summer/Autumn of 2023. The role will focus on modelling energy commodities (notably electricity) markets, contributing to our efforts by developing analytical and computational tools, enhancing our modelling methodology, analysing data, formulating recommendations on future trends, and conveying insights to enhance clients’ decision-making.

About us

From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research has grown to become the largest dedicated power market analytics company in Europe, providing data-driven intelligence for strategic decisions in the global energy transformation. We are a diverse team of around 200 experts with vast energy, financial and consulting backgrounds, covering power, hydrogen, carbon, and fossil commodities. We are active in Europe, Australia, and the US, working with world-leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software.

We are a thriving, rapidly growing company with offices in Oxford, Berlin, Sydney, and Austin, and more opening soon. We currently serve around 600 of Europe’s most influential energy sector participants, including utilities, investors, and governments, and expect to continue to grow rapidly, adding new countries and products to our portfolio.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Aurora’s suite of energy market models
• Work closely with our research and consulting teams to derive insights from model results
• Contribute to continuously improving how the modelling team operates

What we offer

• A dynamic, intellectually stimulating, and supportive environment
• The opportunity to grow with the company, take on further responsibilities and bring in your own ideas
• The opportunity to substantially influence major decisions in the energy sector
• Direct engagement with clients through Aurora conferences, workshops and webinars
• A fun, informal and international work culture
• A competitive salary package
• Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills

The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

What we are looking for

Required attributes:

• Relevant degree in Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or other quantitative fields from a top university
• Right to work in Singapore
• Willing to work in Sydney until Summer/Autumn 2023 then relocating to Singapore.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and analytical ability
• Ability to collect, analyse and interpret complex quantitative data and information
• Knowledge of one programming language, e.g. C++, Matlab, Python, R, Java.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and a great team player

Desirable attributes:

• Relevant Master’s degree or PhD
• Knowledge of and interest in energy markets, and a belief that well-designed models significantly improve decision making
• Knowledge of statistical and/or optimization techniques
• Knowledge of an algebraic modelling language, such as GAMS (preferred) or AMPL

The successful candidate would start as soon as possible. We will review applications as they are received. Salary will be competitive with experience.

To apply, please submit your CV, a brief cover letter, your salary expectations and state your earliest possible start date.