Power Modelling System Consultant Job in Delhi at Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW)

Council on Energy, Environment, and Water is hiring for the role of Power Modelling System Consultant!

Responsibilities of the Candidate : 

• Review recent reports, journal papers, and other relevant research publications to develop an understanding of state and national-level challenges in increasing the share of renewables in the electricity mix.
• Prepare formats for data collection and collate data from multiple sources to assist in building a state / national-level simulation model using the open-source tool, GridPath.
• Conduct field visits to collect data and understand the challenges and recent developments pertaining to transmission and generation planning at the state level.
• Design and simulate different dispatch model scenarios to reflect transition challenges and opportunities, as well as realities of the current system.
• Analyse model outputs and distill relevant insights for policymakers and regulators.
• Assist with project implementation, including preparing presentations, briefing notes, reports, and other communication material.
• Accompany team members for meetings with relevant stakeholders.

Requirements :

• Completed a Master’s in technology or completed or enrolled in a doctorate degree with a specialization in power systems, energy systems, renewable energy technologies, or related fields.
• Demonstrable experience of at least 2 years in power system modeling (economic dispatch, capacity expansion, and resource adequacy) and related fields is mandatory.
• Strong ability to organize, process, and analyze large data sets that are used and derived through power/energy models.
• Proficiency in using one or more power system simulation tools (GridPath, Plexos, PyPSA, or others).
• Ability to learn new tools to manage, process, and drive insights from acquired data.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and R, and software like MS Excel for quantitative analysis.