LCG Consulting is a consulting firm that addresses the analytical needs of the new energy markets. We are engaged in software development and analytical support in the field of energy markets, pricing and risk management. To support our rapidly expanding client base, we have immediate openings for the following positions.
 

The Energy Consultants will be expected to conduct a variety of studies using our in house models in the area of price forecast, risk management, asset valuation and provide modeling support to the clients. Desired background includes academic training in Engineering, Operation Research, Business or Economics and experience in generation planning and scheduling. Knowledge of regional Electric planning models, power pools and market pricing mechanisms, loads and transmission grids in one or more NERC regions are preferable. Requires excellent writing, communication and inter-personal skills and some traveling.

As an Energy Analyst, the job assignment involves maintenance of our regional electricity database as well as assisting senior staff in conducting energy related studies. Specifically, the duties include:

• Collect, update and analyze data related to power system economics such as generator characteristics, operations, transmission constraints, emission, fuel and energy demand.
• Perform market simulation and forecast electricity prices and generator revenues using company’s optimal power flow model.
• Study federal and regional regulations/proposals on market design, environmental issues, competitive pricing structure, and transmission upgrade, etc. and prepare summaries.
• Write proposals and reports on energy market modeling.

This position requires analytical skill and quick grasp of electric power system and economics concepts. Training in operation research, business, economics, mathematics, or power engineering is desirable. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Good verbal and writing communication skills.

The Mid-level .NET developer / SQL server programmer is to deveop, tests and help us with our energy system simulation software. The successful candidate will be involved in the full life cycle of the development process, from analysis, design, development and implementation to build automation, modification, documentation and maintenance of software product. Tasks will include code maintenance, release management, test automation and deployment. This position interacts regularly with senior energy consultants and end-users to ensure quality, scalability, performance and reliability.

Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in software development.
• Working experience with .NET framework, VB.NET or C#, Windows.Forms
• Knowledge of T-SQL, stored procedures with exposure to DBA tasks
• Experience working on projects from specification to release
• Excellent knowledge of object oriented programming concepts
• Problem solving capabilities in system analysis design
• Good communication skills

Desired skills:

• Working experience with release management
• Experience with InstallShield
• QA experience a big plus

Qualified candidates send resumes along with a cover letter indicating GPA, date available and salary range expected to info@energyonline.com. Local residents are preferred.