The Role
Supports client transaction analyses by running site-specific battery valuations in Chronos. Provides client training on software workflows and valuation outputs, enables access to pre-release features, communicates analytical insights, and channels client feedback to Product teams. The role requires nodal U.S. power market knowledge, strong analytical ability, software fluency, and effective client communication while collaborating with Advisory, Research, Modeling, Product, and Commercial teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Aurora’s Software Solutions team is building the global investment analytics platform for the energy transition. Widely adopted by leading energy asset owners, operators, developers, and investors, the platform changes the way that energy market analytics are performed and delivered. To best enable the user experience, both through client engagement and analysis delivery, Aurora’s global technical Client Solutions team provides the critical end-to-end interface between the underlying model development and the end user.
We are currently looking for a motivated Power Markets Analyst to join the team in Austin, to support the growth of Chronos, Aurora’s battery valuation software, available in ERCOT and CAISO, and expanding to all US ISOs in July 2026. Reporting to the Manager of Client Solutions for North America, this role sits cross-functionally between Aurora’s Advisory, Product, Research, and Commercial teams, and combines battery market expertise while supporting client-facing analysis and providing structured feedback to internal product teams.
The successful candidate will combine nodal US power markets knowledge with keen analytical ability, and a knack for client-facing interactions. They will be a fast learner who excels in a highly collaborative role and will be able to navigate the complexities of power market forecasting software, while also being able to articulate these complex results to clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide analytical support for client transaction-related work by running nodal, site-specific battery valuations in Chronos.
- Enable client access to pre-release software features and novel insights via internal analyses, in collaboration with internal Advisory, Research, Modeling and Product teams.
- Deliver specialized client training, demonstrating workflows and guiding users through the creation and interpretation of site-specific valuation outputs.
- Compile and communicate client feedback to Product teams in order to inform product strategy.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Required attributes:
- At least 1 year of professional experience in an analytical and knowledge-driven role
- Strong analytical capabilities in engineering, business, economics, or similar
- Results-driven, with a high degree of persistence in reaching goals and a hands-on approach to ensuring targets are achieved
- Strong communication skills with a knack for client-facing interactions
- Strong team player, with a track record of success in team environments
Desirable attributes:
- Eastern US power markets experience (NYISO, ISO-NE, PJM)
- ERCOT and/or CAISO power markets experience
- Professional exposure to energy and power markets
- Experience with at least one programming language (e.g. SQL, Python, R, etc.)
- Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Experience in a client-facing role
What we offer
- The opportunity to learn how major players in the energy sector view the evolution of power markets and make strategic investment decisions accordingly
- The opportunity to develop deep understanding of investment processes such as capital raising, portfolio strategy & management, and transactions
- Direct engagement with clients across the energy industry through Aurora conferences, workshops and webinars
- A fun, informal, collaborative, and international work culture
- A competitive salary package
- Access to regular coaching & mentoring sessions and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals
- A brand-new office space in the vibrant and culturally rich East Austin area
- Access to the Aurora Academy, our training program, offers a range of opportunities to develop your skills within the responsibilities of your role and within the wider context of the industry.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspects
The Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavorable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity.
The successful candidate would start as soon as possible. The team will review applications as they are received. Salary will be competitive with experience.
About
From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research is a thriving, rapidly growing company, currently serving over 1000 of the world’s most influential energy sector participants, including utilities, investors, and governments. While we constantly strive to reach new markets and diversify our product portfolio, we are already active across the globe in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe, South Africa and North America, working with leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software. We are a diverse team of experts with vast energy, financial, and consulting backgrounds, covering power, hydrogen, carbon, and fossil commodities. With this, we provide data-driven intelligence to fuel strategic decisions in the global energy transformation.
Skills Required
- At least 1 year of professional experience in an analytical and knowledge-driven role
- Strong analytical capabilities in engineering, business, economics, or a similar field
- Results-driven approach, persistence in reaching goals, and hands-on execution
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact with clients
- Track record of success as a team player in collaborative environments
- Experience in Eastern U.S. power markets, including NYISO, ISO-NE, or PJM
- Experience in ERCOT and/or CAISO power markets
- Professional exposure to energy and power markets
- Experience with at least one programming language, such as SQL, Python, or R
- Advanced knowledge of Excel
- Experience in a client-facing role
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What We Do
From its academic roots, Aurora Energy Research has grown to become the largest dedicated power market analytics company in Europe, providing data-driven intelligence for strategic decisions in the global energy transformation. We are a diverse team of over 350 experts with vast energy, financial and consulting backgrounds, covering power, hydrogen, carbon and fossil commodities. We are active in Europe, APAC and the US, working with world-leading organisations to provide comprehensive market intelligence, bespoke analytic and advisory services, and cutting-edge software.
