Grid Modeling Engineer

Join a forward-thinking energy research team and work on projects that shape the future of the U.S. power grid while collaborating with leading experts in a dynamic, innovation-focused environment.Primary Services is excited to announce the Grid Modeling Engineer role for a major energy company. This position provides an opportunity to influence the development of electricity markets and support the growth of renewable energy initiatives globally. As a Grid Modeling Engineer, you will apply your expertise in quantitative modeling, data analysis, and electricity markets to support strategic decision-making and cutting-edge research. This role involves collaborating with internal R&D teams, external research partners, and industry stakeholders.Responsibilities:Serve as a subject matter expert in major U.S. electricity markets for internal partners and stakeholders.Develop experimental plans and conduct methodical testing for new modeling approaches and inputs.Adjust energy system modeling to account for regulatory changes and evolving market designs.Perform industrial and scientific scouting on electricity market system modeling and optimization.Identify and collaborate with leading research partners internally and externally.Coordinate plans with internal R&D teams to align on research objectives.Track project costs, milestones, and ensure the relevance of results for key stakeholders.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of experience in electricity power markets, including design, analysis, or optimization.Strong experience with data science and quantitative analysis.Fluent in English.Experience with transmission and distribution power systems, grid innovation, or demand-side forecasting is preferred.Ability to translate macro grid trends into quantitative impacts, including nodal pricing, congestion, and load curves.Familiarity with grid modeling software.Proficiency in French is a plus.