Position Summary
The Analyst Energy Portfolio Analytics position supports the functions of the Wholesale Power Solutions department of the Asset Management division. The role requires research and analysis to support planning, oversight, and decision-making for both current and future CPS Energy generation resources. Management of data and information, as well as the ability to communicate and present analysis and results is required.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Provides analysis support on various type of projects such as solar, wind, and energy storage resources
- Assists in the periodic development and execution of Requests for Proposals for various energy resources
- Supports the negotiation and execution of existing or future CPS Energy resources
- Researches market information and works with CPS Energy internal subject matter experts and consultants to support analysis of current initiatives
- Presents analysis methodologies and results to internal stakeholders, providing recommendations as needed
- Performs tasks with moderate supervision and support from Asset Management leadership and other senior team members
- Assists in implementing short-term and long-term vision and associated strategies to guide CPS Energy's long-term wholesale power sales.
- Supports activities associated with negotiations for new, or for renewals / extensions of existing, long-term wholesale purchase or sales contracts.
- Administer contract compliance activities associated with all long-term wholesale power purchase and sales agreements.
- Assists in tracking and assessment of zero emission resources, including existing contracts
- Assists in establishing the strategy and activities related to procurement and disposition of our Renewable Energy Credit (REC) portfolio
- Assists in preparing recommendations to Energy Portfolio Strategy Committee for approval
- Consult with Energy Settlements Accounting on settlement issues related to zero emissions resources or long-term wholesale power contracts
- Learns and stays abreast of the energy market environment, key energy policies, and regulations that may impact cost, planning and decision-making for generation resources
- Represents CPS Energy in daily customer interactions as well as occasional industry outings, events, and/or conferences
- Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to learn and understand basic principles of electricity production, power plant operations, and electricity and fuel markets.
Ability to gain knowledge of the CPS Energy Resource Portfolio and other Resources in the long-range plan or under consideration.
Ability to learn and gain knowledge of ERCOT Market principles and protocols.
Ability to learn and gain knowledge of Utility Principles.
Ability to work on cross-functional teams.
Experience in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited university, particular an MBA
- Advanced analytics experience (Excel, Python, Tableau, Alteryx)
- Knowledge and experience in energy production cost modeling using tools such as Aurora and Gen Trader
Competencies
Driving for Results
Communicates Effectively
Delivering High Quality Work
Evaluating and Implementing Ideas
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or related field from an accredited university. OR Critical analytical experience demonstrated in a similar position.
Required Certifications
Working Environment
The work environment includes extensive indoor work, computer usage, manual dexterity, talking on the phone and in-person, hearing, and performing repetitive motions.
Must have the ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, and other business-related events.
CPS Energy
145 Navarro
San Antonio
Texas United States
www.cpsenergy.com
