Hi, im new here, and recently taking the course to understand energy analytics. Ive been having a look around on linkedin at some jobs as a junior can get into.
theres a role for "Power Market Modelling Consultant" - Here is a snippet of their requirements..
What You’ll Be Doing
- Building and running market models to explore price evolution, dispatch patterns, capacity dynamics, and policy impacts.
- Applying tools such as PLEXOS, Python, R, and advanced spreadsheet modelling to deliver evidence driven insights.
- Supporting economic and regulatory assessments, including evaluating future energy scenarios and system wide implications.
- Communicating complex findings clearly to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Working with multidisciplinary colleagues on projects for government, industry, and energy ecosystem organisations.
About You
- A good understanding of UK or European electricity markets, system operation, and market drivers.
- Experience using PLEXOS or similar modelling environments, plus familiarity with scripting or statistical tools.
- A background in energy modelling, forecasting, simulation, economics, or related analytical fields.
- Excellent communication skills, collaborative mindset, and the ability to translate complex modelling outputs into clear messages.
can someone just explain what type of knowledge i would require for a job like this?
i have general python, sql, excel knowledge so trying to transfer into energy analytics.
or can someone recommend some junior analyst roles i can do instead or what the job spec will look like? im just trying to understand, what type of things i should be focusing on.
Would really love everyones input.