Energy Analyst – BESS & Microgrid Modelling - Remote (UK-based preferred) - Competitive Day Rate (DOE) - Contract (1-month rolling, ~2 days/week)
Company Overview
Our client is a specialist energy and infrastructure advisory firm focused on optimising energy systems for large-scale real estate portfolios across the UK and Europe. The business combines deep expertise in energy markets, engineering, and real estate strategy to deliver commercially driven, future-ready energy solutions.
They support institutional asset owners in navigating the energy transition - covering areas such as electrification, on-site generation, battery storage, EV infrastructure, and smart energy systems. Their work spans from feasibility and techno-economic modelling through to implementation and optimisation, with a strong focus on enhancing asset value, improving resilience, and unlocking new revenue streams.
The team is particularly active in developing integrated energy strategies that enable participation in flexibility markets, optimise energy procurement, and align with evolving net-zero and ESG requirements.
Role Overview
Our client is seeking a highly capable Energy Analyst to support ongoing future energy scenario modelling and infrastructure strategy work across a portfolio of logistics assets.
This role will focus on battery storage (BESS), microgrids, and power market optimisation, contributing to detailed techno-economic modelling and commercial decision-making across integrated energy systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and refine energy system models using Gridcog (or similar platforms)
* Support scenario modelling across integrated systems (Solar PV, BESS, EV charging, grid interaction)
* Build and maintain cash flow and financial models for energy infrastructure investments
* Analyse and optimise battery revenue streams (arbitrage, frequency response, flexibility markets)
* Assess grid constraints, load profiles, and electrification pathways
* Support development of commercial business cases (ROI, IRR, payback)
* Provide input on assumptions, cost benchmarks, and day rates
* Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to validate modelling outputs
Key Requirements
* 3–5 years’ experience in energy analytics, energy markets, or infrastructure modelling
* Strong experience with BESS and/or microgrid systems
* Hands-on experience with Gridcog (preferred) or similar tools
* Solid understanding of:
* Power markets and flexibility services
* Battery revenue stacking and optimisation
* Energy system modelling and dispatch logic
* Experience building techno-economic / financial models
* Background in consulting, developer, or energy advisory environments
Contract Details
* 1-month rolling contract
* ~2 days per week (flexible)
* Remote-friendly (UK-based preferred)
* Competitive day rate (DOE)
Nice to Have
* Experience working with logistics / industrial real estate assets
* Exposure to EV infrastructure and electrification modelling
* Familiarity with UK/EU energy regulation and grid frameworks
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