Madison Gas and Electric · 2 weeks ago
Energy Market Planning Analyst
Madison, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMadison Gas and Electric is seeking an Energy Market Planning Analyst to provide analytical and modeling expertise to support energy supply strategy and market operations. The role involves complex analyses of energy supply trends, portfolio optimization, and the development of power system models to inform strategic decisions and compliance requirements.
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain power system models (like PLEXOS and PROMOD) models to evaluate generation expansion, resource adequacy, and transmission constraints
Perform market and production cost modeling to assess power supply portfolios, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies
Analyze short- and long-term energy and fuel market trends, price forecasts, and regional market dynamics (e.g., MISO)
Support integrated resource planning, regulatory filings, and internal decision-making through scenario and sensitivity analysis
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and Energy Operations to ensure alignment of forecasts and planning assumptions
Administer and enhance analytical tools, databases, and forecasting processes to support planning and market operations
Provide insights and recommendations to leadership on market opportunities, policy changes, and long-range planning considerations
Prepare reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate analytical findings and modeling results to technical and non-technical audiences
Continuously improve analytical methods, data integrity, and automation of processes to enhance business efficiency
Serve as a technical subject matter expert for modeling software, including troubleshooting, configuration, and data validation
Qualification
Required
Provides analytical and modeling expertise to support energy supply strategy, generation planning, and market operations
Performs complex analyses of short- and long-term electric and natural gas supply trends
Supports portfolio optimization
Contributes to strategic decisions related to energy resource adequacy, reliability, and financial performance
Develops, maintains, and executes power system models (including PLEXOS and PROMOD) to inform planning, regulatory filings, and operational decisions that align with company objectives and compliance requirements
Develops and maintains power system models (like PLEXOS and PROMOD) models to evaluate generation expansion, resource adequacy, and transmission constraints
Performs market and production cost modeling to assess power supply portfolios, identify risks, and recommend mitigation strategies
Analyzes short- and long-term energy and fuel market trends, price forecasts, and regional market dynamics (e.g., MISO)
Supports integrated resource planning, regulatory filings, and internal decision-making through scenario and sensitivity analysis
Collaborates with cross-functional teams including Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and Energy Operations to ensure alignment of forecasts and planning assumptions
Administers and enhances analytical tools, databases, and forecasting processes to support planning and market operations
Provides insights and recommendations to leadership on market opportunities, policy changes, and long-range planning considerations
Prepares reports, presentations, and visualizations to communicate analytical findings and modeling results to technical and non-technical audiences
Continuously improves analytical methods, data integrity, and automation of processes to enhance business efficiency
Serves as a technical subject matter expert for modeling software, including troubleshooting, configuration, and data validation
Proficiency with PLEXOS Modeling software, PROMOD or similar energy modeling tools required
Advanced analytical and quantitative skills, including statistical analysis and forecasting
Knowledge of structured energy markets (e.g., MISO) and power system operations
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, SQL Server, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical findings into actionable insights
Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Energy Systems, or related field
Minimum of two years of experience in energy resource planning, supply analysis, or market operations
Pre-employment will require satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen
Preferred
Familiarity with programming or scripting (e.g., Python, R, or VBA) preferred
Master's degree or relevant certification (e.g., energy modeling, market operations, or data analytics) preferred
Experience with production cost modeling, system planning, or portfolio optimization is strongly preferred
Company
Madison Gas and Electric
Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) is a regulated natural gas and electric utility headquartered in Madison, Wis, the state capital and home to the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
501-1000 employees
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Vice President - Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
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