Senior Associate - Carbon-Free Electricity, Grid Modeling

Job Description:

Do you love solving challenging problems, thinking in numbers, and working on teams? Do you also have the self-motivation, curiosity, creativity, and ability to persuade others toward meaningful results? Are you passionate about the clean energy transition? If yes, then join our growing team!   

RMI is seeking a Senior Associate with power system modeling expertise and broad energy systems analysis experience for our Carbon-Free Electricity Program.   

Individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply! 

Application deadline: February 2nd, 2025 at 11:59pm MT.

Program Overview 

RMI’s Carbon-Free Electricity (CFE) Program supports the rapid and equitable decarbonization of electricity systems globally to support modern, clean economies the world over. We work to facilitate the transition away from coal-powered generation; slow the rush toward gas generation and wisely manage existing gas infrastructure; speed the deployment of clean, distributed, and customer-centric energy solutions; and transition utilities to be climate-aligned in their business models and operations. We work closely with utilities, regulators, businesses, advocates, and customers to evolve grid institutions, policies, regulations, business models, and processes in support of the transition to a clean energy future. We employ a unique combination of research, consulting, and collaboration to support individuals and organizations to innovate and implement transformative energy solutions.

Position Overview    

CFE seeks a Senior Associate with a core competency in electricity grid modeling as well as broader work experience covering one or more topics relevant to US and global electricity infrastructure investment, policy, and regulatory decisions.  

In this role, you will support CFE’s efforts to accelerate clean energy solutions in the electricity sector. Initially, project work will be focused on analysis around different strategies for US electricity sector investment, inclusive of policy and regulatory drivers, that can support rapid and equitable decarbonization. Over time, project work may evolve to cover work outside of the US in other geographies where RMI works. We also encourage candidates seeking a greater focus on global work than described to apply.

In addition to core work focused on power system modeling, the ideal candidate for this role will have a breadth of work and/or research experience in US or global power sector topics. This may include policy design and analysis; energy systems analysis beyond the power sector (e.g., sector coupling across electricity and other fuels or energy carriers); consulting for utilities, regulators, and/or energy-intensive businesses; work in partnership with communities focused on clean energy benefits (e.g., economic development, health); or other relevant areas. Successful candidates will have demonstrated an eagerness to learn and an aptitude to skill up quickly and adapt their strengths to tackle emergent challenges in energy topics.  

As a Senior Associate, you are a creative problem solver who uses your quantitative, technical, and analytical abilities to conduct compelling research and assessment around vital energy issues. You will collaborate with team members to craft visionary yet practical solutions for our research questions and clients. You will be an independent contributor as well as managing projects and the contributions of other staff to their projects.