Associate, Energy Markets

Job Description

At Peak Power, we’re making it profitable to pursue net zero

Peak Power enables C&I companies to reduce costs while pursuing net zero goals by working with financiers to provide a no-cost battery energy storage solution that covers deployment, operation, and maintenance. We also help distributed energy resource asset owners optimize their assets through our Peak Synergy software.

Peak Synergy is our energy efficiency software platform. It analyzes grid conditions in real-time and sends notifications for high demand hours. The platform also looks at how dirty the grid is at any moment. If a building has batteries and EVs chargers onsite, Peak Synergy manages their usage to meet sustainability goals and participate in complicated energy market programs.

At the end of the day, this means cleaner, more reliable, and more affordable electricity for everyone. We’re powering the clean energy revolution.

The Opportunity

The Associate, Energy Infrastructure role will report to the Director, Energy Markets and work closely with the Energy Markets team, and our internal and external project stakeholders, including the Business Development, Finance, Operations, Product and Executive teams. You will be responsible for assessing energy markets, determining and enhancing optimal operational strategies and evaluating prospective development opportunities.

The new Associate, Energy Infrastructure—Electrification will

Deliver

You will prepare complex energy and financial modeling and perform investment analysis for energy storage systems in key North American markets.

• Develop financial models for the full value stack of projects in different energy markets;
• Research and keep updated information on ISO tariffs, relevant programs and market rules;
• Understand the key dynamics of the major ISO regions, including but not limited to the best site configuration, operational strategy, regulatory changes and pricing for different value stacks throughout different market regions;
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve operational performance, efficiency, site scalability and contribute to Peak Power’s electric asset portfolio growth;
• Demonstrate an ability to execute and be resourceful.

Engage With Stakeholders

Present models, market information, investment analysis and creative solutions to senior leadership while supporting findings to aid in strategic decision-making.

Collaborate

You will work with cross-functional team members to learn about all elements of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) projects and value stacks for key markets in which Peak Power operates.

• Interface with investors and capital partners on green-field project development and asset acquisitions;
• Build solid relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Be Driven and Curious

You are a self-starter and motivated to solve problems, develop solutions and support the organization’s success. You are flexible and able to adapt to shifting team priorities in a dynamic business environment.

• Curious and detail-oriented with a proven ability to meet deadlines and solve problems;
• Have a desire to learn and can conduct targeted research and analysis within the energy sector.

What you bring to Peak Power

The experience and education

• 5+ years of relevant experience with renewable energy projects within North America (experience with energy storage projects is considered a plus);
• Knowledge of wholesale energy markets throughout the North American ISOs;
• 2+ years of experience in financial modelling and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel;
• An understanding of project finance and development concepts;
• Organized, diligent, and able to track and manage multiple streams of information on an ongoing basis;
• Able to complete work independently with little supervision, as well as collaborate with multiple stakeholders when necessary;
• Experience presenting financial information to Director and Executive-level management of both internal and external stakeholders considered a plus;
• Master’s Degree/CFA/CPA preferred but not required;
• Experience with Python is considered a plus.

So why Peak Power?

We’re focused on solving problems that impact energy markets both locally and around the world. We are a growth-stage clean technology company that has partnered with major names in real estate, electricity, and smart city spaces. To work with us is not only to work with an exciting company, but to also be on the cutting edge of the global transition to distributed, clean, and carbon-free energy.

How we invest in our team

• Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI). We believe in driving a better energy future through focused efforts towards understanding and improving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• You’re Covered. Comprehensive benefits from Day 1.
• Work/Life Balance. Generous and flexible vacation and sick/wellness days to make time for personal appointments and taking a mental health break.
• We’re Listening. We take internal engagement surveys seriously and make actionable changes based on feedback.
• Keep Learning. Sharpen your skills through continuous development paid for by Peak Power.
• Get Social. Fun activities including team events and game nights to stay connected both virtually and in person including fun Slack channels that celebrate our love of food, fitness, fashion, furry friends, and everything in between!
• Long Weekends Start Early. Beat the traffic to the cottage or curl up with your favourite book, start early with half days off before long weekends.
• Health & Wellness. We care about your physical and mental wellbeing and offer monthly reimbursements to support your fitness and health journey.

Join us!

Apply here or learn more about our company from our website or LinkedIn.

At Peak Power we value the unique experiences and perspectives that folx bring. This is how we build a collaborative and innovative environment. As such, we welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives.

Should you feel that you don’t meet 100% of the areas of this posting we encourage you to apply and tell us more about what values you feel you could add to the team. Accommodations are available by request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.