About the role
We are looking for a Senior Associate with a strong understanding of both the
technical and policy dimensions of energy storage and its applications in the
energy and power sector. The ideal candidate will be responsible for delivering
high-quality outputs within project timelines, while effectively coordinating
and communicating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project
objectives.
Responsibilities
* Conduct research on energy storage technologies and their applications in
the energy and power sector.
* Undertake technical analyses related to the sizing and siting of energy
storage systems in distribution networks.
* Perform techno-economic assessments of energy storage, renewable energy,
electric mobility, and electricity transmission and distribution systems to
support policy and planning decisions.
* Contribute to least-cost resource planning studies for states, including
load flow, short-circuit, reliability, and contingency analyses across
transmission and distribution networks.
* Develop financial, economic, and econometric models relevant to the energy
and power sector.
* Compile and analyse energy market data, including demand, supply, and price
trends and projections.
* Engage with stakeholders across government, industry, and academia to
support data collection, analysis, and project implementation.
* Document and disseminate research findings through reports, journal
publications, conference papers, policy briefs, op-eds, and newsletters.
Qualifications
* MTech in Energy, Power Systems, or a related field, with 5–6 years of
relevant professional experience in power systems and energy modelling.
* PhD in Energy, Power Systems, or a related field is desirable.
Skill Set
* Demonstrated experience in preparing high-quality research outputs,
including white papers, journal articles, policy briefs, technical reports, and
other publications
* Expertise in conducting load-flow, short-circuit, reliability, and
contingency analyses using relevant power system software
* Strong experience in distribution network modelling and the integration of
energy storage systems
* Proven capability in least-cost resource planning, power flow analysis,
power electronics, cost–benefit and life cycle cost assessments, forecasting,
market penetration studies, and impact analyses in the energy sector
* Experience in preparing medium- to long-term energy sector outlooks and
planning studies for states and utilities
* A strong interest in undertaking technical and policy research in the
energy and power sector
* Experience working with generation companies, distribution utilities,
renewable energy agencies, regulatory commissions, ministries, and government
bodies
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint,
and Excel, is expected
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly
articulate technical concepts to diverse audiences
* Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams
* Willingness to travel as required for stakeholder consultations, data
collection, and dissemination of research findings
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, along
with the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively
* Experience with software tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS®E,
GridPath, and analytical tools including Python, R, SAS, Tableau, or SPSS will
be an advantage
* Familiarity with power system planning and optimisation tools will be
preferred