Local Unit & Position Description
DNV - Renewables Energy Analytics team is seeking a Forecast Analyst to join their global operations. The principal purpose of the role is setting up and maintaining forecasting services, assessing their accuracy, refining forecast performance, investigating new modelling methods, and supporting customers with their services in the fast-paced and dynamic environment.
This position can be performed out of any of our DNV offices in Canada with remote or flexible work arrangement (home / office).
What You'll Do
- Delivering highly accurate and reliable forecasting services for energy traders, grid regulators and plant operators
- Producing forecast performance reports
- Interfacing with customers to ensure services meet their requirements
- Researching new modelling methods
- Assist with workshops and meetings to discuss wind / solar energy forecasting, and promote DNV's forecasting services
- Assisting with the commercial and marketing aspects of the business
- Willingness to be part of an on-call rate to support operational issues
Position Qualifications
What is Required
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Meteorology, Physics, Computer Science, or Engineering requiredMinimum 2 years industry or academic experience in a science, technology, engineering, mathematics or related fieldExperience using Python requiredExperience with wind and / or solar energy preferredUnderstanding of global weather patterns preferredExperience using C#, MATLAB, and / or SQL preferredExperience developing and running machine learning models preferredWillingness and ability to be part on on-call rote to support operational issues during weekend and public holidays, up to two weekends per month, requiredExperience with statistical modelling methods preferredEffective time management skills as you will be required to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to work in a pressurized consultancy environment operating to deadlineStrong written and verbal English communication skillsWe conduct pre-employment background and drug screeningImmigration-related benefits, such as visa sponsorship, are not available for this positionWhat We Offer
Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Company Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick, and Disability)Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit PlanGroup retirement plan with company matchCompany provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefitsEducation reimbursement programEmployee and Family Assistance Program with counseling, coaching, and support optionsFlexible work schedule with hybrid / remote opportunitiesBenefits may vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee electionHow We Do It
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Company & Business Area Description
DNV is the independent expert in assurance and risk management, operating in more than 100 countries. Through our broad experience and deep expertise, we advance safety and sustainable performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions. We provide assurance to the entire energy value chain through our advisory, monitoring, verification, and certification services. As the world's leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors, we help industries and governments to navigate the many complexes, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement and support all stakeholders to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.