Energy Systems Economic Analyst

Company: Idaho National Laboratory
Location: Idaho Falls
Posted on: September 6, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description: ORGANIZATION: Nuclear Science & Technology (NS&T) GRADE: 190 WORK LOCATION: Idaho Falls, ID (9x80 schedule) Idaho National Lab (INL) will change the world's energy future and secure our critical infrastructure! Join us - innovate the future! The RSD&A Department at INL is seeking a junior Energy Systems Economic Analyst to perform economic assessment of integrated energy system configurations that may include multiple generation sources and energy use technologies. The Reactor Systems Design & Analysis (RSD&A) Division establishes new standards of emerging, innovative reactor design through contributing technical expertise to unique and specific advanced nuclear reactor design and deployment initiatives. Through collaborative efforts, RSD&A enables research, design and implementation of lab, partner and vendor initiatives. The work of RSD&A is positioned to establish the nation as a global leader in nuclear reactor technology. This position provides an early career researcher an opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research while showing the potential for nuclear energy to contribute to a cleaner energy future. Responsibilities * Provide feedback to a team of developers creating the software tools to perform economic assessments, working in tandem with industrial partners to collect necessary data, and performing analysis relevant to the energy industry. Qualifications: * Degree in a relevant field with experience as follows: * BS and 2 yrs relevant experience * MS and 1 year relevant experience * PhD * The ideal candidate will have experience performing energy market modelling, using capacity expansion and production cost tools, and should also have familiarity with financial analysis of large capital investments. * Some coding skills are preferred. * Demonstrated oral and written communication skills required. * Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills (in English) * US Citizens or applicants with up to date visas and eligibility to work in the US will be considered for this position * Must be able to work in a culturally diverse environment. Desired qualifications * Experience performing simulations using capacity expansion models (e.g. ReEDS) * Experience in performing simulations using dispatch optimization software (e.g. Plexos) * Familiarity with version control software like Git * Knowledge of one or more object-oriented software development language: C++, Modelica, or Python * Familiarity with statistical analysis techniques * Familiarity with AI, Machine Learning, Data Mining. Please apply before September 1, 2020 INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions. INL Mission Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure. INL Vision Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure. Selective Service Requirements To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov. Equal Employment Opportunity Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. Other Information When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration. Benefits, Salary, and Relocation We have an extremely competitive salary structure, robust relocation package, and phenomenal benefits. For more information, please visit: .

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