Associate Principal Wholesale Power Markets Consultant Energy practice
Charles River AssociatesLocation not specified
Full Time
Posted January 27, 2026
$140k - $215k
Energy Management
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Job Description
The role involves providing expert analysis and strategic advice on U.S. electricity markets, including market design, regulatory compliance, interconnection, and capacity planning, to utilities, developers, and investors. The position requires deep industry knowledge and experience working with ISO RTO markets to support market participation and policy development.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject matter expert on North American electricity market structures, policies, and rules.
- Advise clients on the implications of market rule changes, including FERC filings and transmission planning.
- Conduct strategic analyses of market participation pathways for various energy resources.
- Support clients in developing interconnection strategies and navigating queue timelines and network risks.
- Develop and review technical reports, white papers, and regulatory filings related to market design.
- Lead or support projects such as resource planning, market entry assessments, transmission analysis, and capacity strategy.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to business development through proposal writing and client engagement.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of professional experience in the electricity sector, with direct experience with ISO RTO markets such as CAISO, PJM, SPP, ERCOT, MISO, and ISO-NE.
- Bachelor's degree is required; an advanced degree in economics, engineering, public policy, energy systems, or a related field is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of market design and interconnection processes, including Generation and storage interconnection rules and timelines, Capacity market structures and performance requirements, and Energy market operations, bidding behavior, and congestion management.
- Experience working with or for utilities, grid operators, project developers, or market advisory firms.
- Experience with policy and regulatory engagement, such as participation in stakeholder processes or filings before FERC and state commissions, is preferred.
- Exposure to modeling or analytics tools used in electricity markets, such as PROMOD, PLEXOS, GridView, ABB, ISO data APIs, etc., is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience presenting to both technical and executive audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities across client engagements.
Benefits & Perks
Salary range of $140,000 - $215,000 with potential bonus incentive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Life and disability insurance
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and paid parental leave
Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
Commuter benefits
Work location flexibility with a hybrid work environment (3-4 days in-office per week)
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