Energy Modeling & Research Analyst

Title: Energy Modeling & Research Analyst

State Role

Title:

Policy Planning Spec II

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $95,000/annually

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Energy

Location: Administration/Energy

Agency Website: energy.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Virginia Energy's State Energy Office is seeking a Energy Modeling and Research Analyst to support Virginia's long‑term energy planning efforts by conducting transmission planning, grid modernization, and power system analyses to evaluate reliability, congestion, resource adequacy, and infrastructure investment needs. Through research, modeling, and technical analysis, the position provides actionable insights that support the Virginia Energy Plan, stakeholder engagement, and policy recommendation while strengthening the Commonwealth's ability to maintain a reliable, affordable, and resilient energy system.

Virginia Energy’s mission is to lead the Commonwealth to a safe, reliable and responsible energy future with greater emphasis on renewable energy programs and economic development, and to implement the Virginia’s Energy Plan to ensure the Commonwealth has abundant, reliable, affordable, and clean energy.

• Proficiency in energy modeling software, transmission planning, data analysis tools, and familiarity with energy market dynamics
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities, with a track record of using data‑driven approaches to inform decisions
• Understanding of state and federal energy policies, regulations, and initiatives, particularly in Virginia
• Experience in energy modeling, forecasting, or technology evaluation, with a focus on advanced energy systems
• A valid driver’s license with a good driving record

Virginia Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice, therefore prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation or disability in the recruitment, selection and hiring of our workforce. As a certified V3 organization, Virginia Energy honors the Commonwealth’s veterans hiring preference. Ameri Corps, Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or any part of the remaining hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case‑by‑case basis.