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Base pay range
$97,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr
About E3 Founded in 1989, Energy + Environmental Economics (E3) is a growing energy consulting firm that helps utilities, regulators, policy makers, developers, and investors make the most educated strategic decisions possible as they implement new public policies, deploy and develop new technologies, and address customers’ shifting expectations. We have offices in San Francisco, New York City, Boston, Denver, and Calgary. E3 works on high-profile, high-impact projects in jurisdictions that lead clean energy policy, including California, Hawaii, and New York.
Work The Consultant is a vital contributor to our team and project work. The position assists and/or leads client-facing interactions and helps determine approaches and methods for project tasks. Our consultants direct workstreams within projects and contribute to written reports and papers. They may deliver findings and summaries to customers, make presentations, and respond to questions. Responsibilities may expand to QA/QC, more elaborate investigative tasks, and serving as a technical head on project needs or flagship modeling tools.
Responsibilities Develop PLEXOS production simulation (ST) and/or capacity expansion (LT) models addressing client questions and forecasting future market fundamentals over multiple years
Strategize modeling approaches and discuss the analysis plan with the PLEXOS modeling team and project leads
Gather data from clients and other sources and translate it into accurate model representations
Apply QA/QC practices to debug simulation cases, assess results, refine models, and propose additional scenarios




Translate simulation results into clear visual representations
Modify existing E3 cases and tools to improve functionality and efficiency
Assist in delivering customer work through modeling, presentations, and writing subsections of reports and papers
Conduct independent research to produce reasonable solutions, sometimes with incomplete information
Deliver sections of presentations to customers and respond to questions
Track progress against plan with ongoing communication to the Director or Manager
Capture project learnings and create repeatable outputs for knowledge management
Assist in proposal writing and internal initiatives as needed
Requirements 1-3 years of experience using PLEXOS for production simulation (ST) and/or capacity expansion (LT)
Master's degree or Ph.D. in engineering, economics, computer science, optimization, public policy or related field
3-5+ years of related experience in an energy-related field
Detail-oriented approach to designing models and critically assessing results
Experience addressing renewable energy and climate change issues and/or relevant academic project work
Hands-on experience or knowledge in one of our Practice Areas: Climate Pathways and Electrification, Asset Valuation, Transmission, and Markets, or Integrated System Planning
Collaborative mindset and ability to translate technical concepts to broader audiences
Ownership attitude and proactive problem solving
Strong writing and communication skills
Passion for the transition to a low-carbon economy
Strong organizational and time management skills
High fluency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; programming knowledge is valued




Desire to work in a energetic office environment
Practice Areas Climate Pathways and Electrification
Asset Valuation, Transmission, and Markets
Integrated System Planning
Benefits Base and bonus commensurate with experience and performance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) with corporate match
Flexible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
Short-term and long-term disability
Group life insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Fitness and wellness discounts and stipend
Professional Development annual stipend
Hiring Process and Timeline Qualified candidates can expect a phone interview, a technical exercise and associated interview, and a final set of interviews. The process takes around 6-8 weeks. E3 hires consultants throughout the year and may offer positions months in advance of start date.
EEO Non-Discrimination and ADA Accommodation Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, military status, veteran status, pregnancy or predisposing genetic characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available as needed. E3 participates in E-Verify. Some information about data processing may be provided as part of the recruitment process.
Compensation Details The total compensation includes base salary and a bonus structure that adds between 15-25% to base pay. The annual total compensation range for Consultant to Senior Consultant is:
Minimum: $97,000
Maximum: $135,000
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales; Industries: Utilities
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📌 PLEXOS Modeling Consultant (Alberta)
🏢 Energy and Environmental Economics
📍 Alberta