Energy Optimization Associate

At Applied Digital, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting-edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high-performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI-driven video and generative platforms.We are:Forward-Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.We remain committed and steadfast in solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward-thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.Job Overview:The Energy Optimization Associate is an entry-level to early-career position designed to support Applied Digital’s Energy Optimization Team through reporting, analytics, operational support, and data quality management. This role helps ensure accurate market intelligence, data flow, and documentation to enable real-time decision-making.This is a foundational role with a clear growth path into Real-Time Scheduling, Curtailment Operations, Market Forecasting, or Optimization Analytics. The ideal candidate is curious, analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn power market dynamics, industrial load behavior, and curtailment strategy.Candidates with backgrounds in utility operations support, engineering technology, energy analytics, industrial operations, or technical data roles are strong fits, as are high-potential candidates with strong quantitative or operational aptitude.Key Responsibilities:Operational Support & ReportingCompile daily operational reports summarizing price curves, curtailment events, operational status, and identified risk factors.Maintain optimization logs, data repositories, and documentation for real-time and day-ahead activities.Support Schedulers and Analysts by preparing datasets, charts, and summaries for morning and evening volatility windows.Track key KPIs including forecast accuracy, response time, savings performance, and execution compliance.Data Management & Quality AssurancePerform data validation checks on SCADA inputs, market price feeds, and internal dashboards.Support reconciliation of curtailment events with settlement data and utility billing.Maintain historical archives of prices, load patterns, weather impacts, and operational adjustments.Market & System MonitoringMonitor market notifications, outage advisories, weather alerts, and system operator bulletins.Provide early-warning flags to the team when conditions indicate potential volatility.Assist in documenting real-time issues or anomalies for post-event review.Cross-Functional CoordinationCollaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Site Leadership to collect operational metrics and contextual data.Help communicate upcoming volatility windows or operational changes to Operators.Assist with preparation for leadership briefings and performance reviews.Growth & Skill DevelopmentParticipate in structured training covering LMP fundamentals, curtailment strategy, grid operations, and forecasting basics.Shadow Real-Time Schedulers during morning and evening peaks.Take on increasingly complex tasks including basic modeling, forecasting, or intraday analysis as skills develop.Required Qualifications:0–3 years of experience in:Energy operations supportUtility or industrial operationsTechnical analysis or reporting rolesEngineering or quantitative support functionsStrong analytical and critical-thinking skills.Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets; ability to work with structured datasets.Strong communication, documentation, and organizational skills.Demonstrated ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.Preferred Qualifications:Exposure to power markets, grid operations, or SCADA systems.Experience with Python, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or other analytic tools.Degree in engineering, economics, mathematics, energy systems, or related field.Prior experience supporting industrial loads, utilities, or operational teams.Physical Requirements:Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed.Please note that Applied Digital is currently unable to sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or provide immigration-related support for this position. This includes, but is not limited to, visa categories such as H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1, O-1, and any Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) or other work authorizations that require employer sponsorship.Working Conditions by Location:Remote: The Company agrees that Employee may work from home provided employee is in good standing, has a continuous secured internet connection, necessary equipment, and is accessible by MS Teams, phone, fax, and email during business hours. (See Telework policy.)Office Environment: Business office hours, with work hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions. Some overtime may be required to accomplish timely work demands and meet the company’s professional commitments. Overtime hours worked are paid to nonexempt employees at one and a half times their hourly pay rate.The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents acknowledge that they possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.