Director, Transmission Analytics

Title: Senior Manager Transmission Analytics (Hybrid)

Basic Function:

The Sr Manager, Transmission Analytics will provide expert-level technical expertise supporting SBE’s strategic goals and operational and developmental activities. The Sr. Manager, Transmission Analytics, will work under the VP of Grid Integration and Transmission Analytics. The Analyst will be responsible for conducting SCED analysis for operating and development assets, develop and maintain models for SCED runs. In addition, the Sr Manager will conduct and coordinate research with the rest of the Transmission and Analytics group, Asset Management group, regional Development groups and other internal teams as required and relevant to the business needs. It is further expected that the successful candidate will make frequent presentations on congestion, energy market, and transmission related issues to senior level management.

Responsibilities:

• Running PROMOD/DAYZER analysis for assessing congestion/curtailment risks for operating and development projects
• Maintaining and developing models and databases and assumptions files for congestion and curtailment modeling and other studies:
• The analyst will build and maintain models, data files, processes, and systems for historical and forward-looking congestion analyses, and for development of medium term and long-term congestion forecasts.
• The analyst will also undertake fundamental, or market research as needed for special projects/initiatives such as solar and storage integration or other transmission/congestion related assessments, or to identify future market trends and transmission or interconnection process changes that can impact curtailment and congestion risks.
• Tracks transmission expansion plans and any changes to the Grid, market rules and their impacts on market prices, capacity, and competitiveness of a site.
• Create tools to conduct the transmission analyses.
• Conduct historical and forward-looking congestion analyses for SBE’s operating and development assets.
• Manage and maintain Promod databases and assumptions files.
• Provide market and fundamental research and analysis for basis and power curve modeling, as well as special studies (e.g., battery integration).
• Majority of the time is spent in the office environment with frequent use of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, PROMOD, FTR/CRR and hedging tools, PowerWorld, or other software as required, using statistical and optimization software programs, and using general office equipment.
• Minor time is spent in the field meeting with regional developers, asset managers or attending conferences, or meeting with vendors and suppliers as appropriate.

Qualifications/Requirement:

• A Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or related quantitative discipline is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience in economic modeling or data analyses is required.
• Strong understanding of power systems and Locational Marginal Pricing (LMP) fundamentals is required.
• Demonstrated competency in other modeling, statistical analysis, and/or optimization software highly desired.
• Experience in detailed economic modeling of transmission networks, thermal and renewable generators using PROMOD, DAYZER, or Plexos is strongly preferred.
• Basic knowledge/experience running power flows either in PSS/E, TARA or PSLF or Power World.
• Working knowledge of CAISO, ERCOT & ,MISO wholesale electricity markets highly desired.
• Proven problem solving and negotiation skills.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in applying established transmission techniques, procedures, or standards.
• Basic knowledge of Python and SQL is desired.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Excel and MS Office Suite.
• Expertise in power system analysis software packages PSS/E, PSLF, PowerWorld Simulator is strongly preferred.
• The successful candidate will use various information sources and will know how to procure an assortment of data sources for analysis, presentations, or use in production simulation modeling and economic analysis.
• Requires advanced communication skills to insure clear communication internally & externally.
• Strong relationship development skills and the ability to work successfully with peers and other teams across the company.
• The ability to function in a team environment and demonstrate a strong motivation to succeed in a very fast-paced environment.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability and poise to interact comfortably with senior levels of management.

The employee must work within the budget constraints as authorized by the Executive Team, while successfully following all policies and procedures related to employees’ fiscal responsibilities in doing the day-to-day job.

Location: Denver, CO. Open to remote work.

The position requires up to 10% domestic travel.

Base Pay - $140,000 - $180,000

The pay range mentioned above is a guideline. We tailor each offer based on your unique skills, experience, location, and market benchmarks—while ensuring internal parity across our team. In addition to competitive base pay, total compensation may include a discretionary annual bonus, a long-term incentive plan aligned with our ownership mindset, and a market leading comprehensive health and wellness benefits package. Final details will be discussed during the later stages of the hiring process. 

 Our Health & Wellness Benefits 

At SB Energy, we invest in our people and their families with benefits designed for flexibility, support, and peace of mind. Full-time employees enjoy: 

• 100% Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision (for employees and dependents) 

• 401(k) with Company Match 

• Generous Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays 

• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave 

• Life, AD&D & Long-Term Disability Coverage 

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking (with company contributions) 

• Mental, Physical & Social Wellness Support (with company contributions) 

• Flexible Work Arrangements & Hybrid Office Setup Benefits 

• Monthly Reimbursement for Phone, Internet & Data 

• Optional Legal & Pet Insurance Plans 

• Device Purchase Support 

At SB Energy, the success of our projects is driven by a desire to see our projects benefit as many people as possible. We work to serve local communities through volunteering, fundraising, and much more. For example, we’re proud to support access and opportunity in engineering and clean energy through impactful mentorship programs and workforce training. When you join SB Energy, you can become a part of these efforts, collaborating with team members who share a vision of building a better future now!  

 SB Energy is built on a foundation of collaboration and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. 

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