Renewable energy analyst at big tech

There's this specific kinda role at some among the big tech companies: dealing with energy market dynamics, securing energy supply for data centers, helping the company transition to renewable energy, and the like... Any info/advice about this role? What kind of profile is suitable, what level of people are usually involved in these departments (senior/junior), compensation etc. Here is an example of such a role at Microsoft (I think Amazon has a similar dept too) https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/energy-analyst-at-microsoft-1005296049 Tried applying for it earlier with a good referral but HM said they're looking for a more experienced candidate. Current TC 70k YOE < 1 yr

Microsoft hiring Energy Analyst in Redmond, WA, US | LinkedIn
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Tesla VXvWsd Jul 26, 2019

Unless you’ve got a background in Env. Engineering or similar you’re likely going to get passed over for any postings like this.

Google burnItDown Jul 26, 2019

I’m not exactly sure what this role entails. Talk to the recruiter May be? It looks very cool though.

ICF ERCOT OP Jul 26, 2019

Is there a department/team in Google that does similar work?

Google Huhf13 Jul 26, 2019

Yes, there is. ELS. They hire people with strong engineering and finance backgrounds. Be an engineer with 5 years on an energy trading desk. Then, MAYBE

Tesla Axxtrosaab Jul 26, 2019

There was similar role in Facebook too but the HM emailed that they are looking for experienced candidate. They basically require people knowing the Contracts and various financial structures like Tax Equity, Debt and Cash Equity, energy market hedge pricing, the candidate should have at least 2-5 years of experience.

ICF ERCOT OP Jul 26, 2019

My background is in electrical engineering :( I'm just trying to get an idea about the role, so I can prepare myself for the next time another opening comes up in this team. But looks like they don't need an engineering candidate. Thanks for the info, much appreciated!

Google Huhf13 Jul 26, 2019

Google does hire engineers for this role but also needs MBA plus energy trading experience

NVIDIA RUIB76 Jul 26, 2019

TC 70K in Seattle? Lol

ICF ERCOT OP Jul 26, 2019

No in VA

NVIDIA RUIB76 Jul 26, 2019

Still seems so low.

NVIDIA RUIB76 Jul 26, 2019

Ty got it

Oracle PypPyp Jul 26, 2019

This is much more of an economists job. Definitely not techie related. I know someone who does this and their degree was in environmental economics.

ICF ERCOT OP Jul 26, 2019

Which company are they in?

Microsoft bolton Jul 26, 2019

Tbh I think that would be an extremely interesting rewarding role. It's not like msft or any other cloud company are going to start consuming less energy any time soon, this kind of thing has a legitimate bottom line impact to their operations.

ICF ERCOT OP Jul 26, 2019

Yup that's why I got into this field. Energy markets are so darn interesting and never cease to amaze me. That's why I don't mind the less pay. For now atleast lol

Microsoft Jeph Bezos Jul 27, 2019

I have a solid finance background (trading energy, investment banking, FP&A, and Corporate Development M&A), and have been quoted several times in WSJ and Bloomberg. In addition, I have a masters from a top Ivy League. Yet, I’ve never gotten close to a call back from any tech energy job. Good luck.

Tesla tslatsla Jul 28, 2019

Hu

Microsoft LsTB77 Jan 10, 2023

I have been leading various energy functions for about a decade. I am familiar with this type of role. It’s more “junior” for energy folks, requiring 2 or more years of energy markets experience, which could be trading, foreword forecasting of electricity prices, consulting, originating power projects or some similar backgrounds. Honestly, having some coding ability, a good brain and a willingness to GSD would go a long way in this type of role, but getting through the JR screening process is hard if energy isn’t on your resume in some way. Having a contact at one of the tech companies that can find the hiring manager and make a pitch for you usually at least gets a brief intro call.