Staff Quantitative Analyst

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.

As a Staff Quantitative Analyst, you will support decision making in trading, portfolio management, and risk assessment, at the heart of PGE’s clean energy transition. You will collect and integrate data from various sources, contribute to modeling efforts, and assist in evaluating energy supply, portfolio risk, and asset valuation.

This role is ideal for someone with intermediate data literacy and strong analytical curiosity, looking to grow their skills in a dynamic environment. You’ll gain hands-on expereince in the evolving energy markets while helping shape how PGE manages risk and optimizes the power supply portfolio.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Sourcing & Engineering - Collects and integrates data from internal and external sources with guidance. Begins to build and maintain repeatable data workflows using SQL and scripting languages.

Quantitative Modeling & Risk Analysis - Assists in building and running models for forecasting, valuation, or risk analysis. Learns and applies standard quantitative techniques (e.g., regressions, Monte Carlo simulation) with oversight.

Portfolio Optimization & Valuation - Performs analytical tasks to evaluate supply, risk, or asset value using structured approaches. Participates in valuation of contracts or hedge strategies with direction.

Visualization & Communication - Builds basic Tableau dashboards or Excel tools to share insights. Begins tailoring communication to audience needs and technical levels.

Strategic & Cross- Functional Collaboration (Business Partnership and Thought Leadership) - Collaborates with adjacent teams on scoped projects. Learns to frame data questions around trading and portfolio strategy.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, economics, finance, engineering, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Typically two or more years of experience in the energy industry or a similar analytical field. Some knowledge of electric utility markets or the Western energy region preferred.

Certifications

• Experience using SQL, Python, or R for data analysis. Exposure to forecasting, regression techniques, or Monte Carlo simulations a plus.

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES)

Functional Competencies

• Basic knowledge of utility operations and market structures

• Intermediate data literacy and applied analytical skills

• Familiarity with tools such as Python, SQL, Tableau, and Excel for basic analysis and visualization

• Emerging ability to apply quantitative methods to structured problems

• Strong organizational skills and growing collaboration experience

• Intermediate written and verbal communication

General Competencies

• Working analytical thinking skills

• Working business acumen

• Working decision-making skills

• Working interpersonal skills

• Working presentation/facilitation skills

• Working organization and prioritization skills

• Basic team building skills

• Working written and oral communication skills

PHYSICAL, COGNITIVE DEMANDS AND SCHEDULE/ATTENDANCE

Physical

• Does the job require a valid driver's license? - Yes

• Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)

• Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)

• Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)

• Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb

• Carrying (check appropriate weight): Up to 10 lb

• Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply:

• Stairs (over 10 steps)

Cognitive Demands

• Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks

• Ability to follow accuracy standards

• Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks

• Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment

• Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress

• Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change

• Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback

• Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement

• Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks

• Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization

• Demonstrates sound memory

• Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks

Schedule/Attendance

• Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time]

• Ability to work long hours

• Ability to work a variable schedule

• Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather

• Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]

• Ability to work shift schedule

• Ability to work on-call schedule

Environment

• Office environment

Compensation Range:

Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.

PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here.

Join us today and power your potential!

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PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.  Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support.  You can contact them at [email protected].

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