Consultant - Power Markets

Company Description

Customized Energy Solutions (CES) is a privately held company and a nationally recognized leader in energy market consulting and technology. Our Congestion Management Services team specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of wholesale electricity markets, with a focus on transmission congestion, risk mitigation, and FTR/ARR portfolio optimization in markets such as SPP, MISO, PJM, and others.

By combining deep market expertise with advanced data analytics, CES delivers high-impact solutions that support trading, operational planning, and regulatory strategy. Our clients include generation owners, load-serving entities, traders, and financial institutions, and our work spans both renewable and conventional assets.

As part of our Congestion Management Services team, you'll work at the forefront of transmission and congestion-related challenges—supporting strategic decision-making and helping clients respond to changing market dynamics and regulatory developments.

CES has been nationally and regionally recognized for sustained growth and innovation, including listings on the Inc. 500|5000 and Philadelphia Business Journal’s Top 100 Companies, with a “Best Places to Work” designation and Hall of Fame status for five or more consecutive years.

Our team is composed of highly motivated, collaborative, and mission-driven professionals. With headquarters in Philadelphia and offices across the U.S., Canada, Japan, India, and Vietnam, CES offers a flexible, collegial, and globally connected work culture for those passionate about the future of energy.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Consultant to join our Congestion Management Services team, part of the Wholesale Market Services division. This role involves direct support of business operations, client engagement, IT integration, and market analysis focused primarily on the PJM region, with occasional support across other U.S. electricity markets.

The Consultant will play a key role in delivering actionable insights, managing regulatory compliance, and supporting both internal and external stakeholders through technical analysis and business consulting. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong foundation in electricity markets, financial modeling, and data analysis, and who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment. This is primarily a hybrid position based in our Philadelphia office. Remote work may be approved for exceptional candidates whose experience and qualifications align strongly with the role.

Key Responsibilities:

- Support congestion right allocation and auction processes in PJM markets, providing strategic recommendations to clients.

- For the PJM region, provide both direction and comprehensive IT support within the Congestion Management team

- Develop and implement ARR/FTR portfolio management strategies, ensuring alignment with client objectives and market conditions.

- Collaborate with IT teams to automate and streamline data retrieval, analysis, and portfolio submission processes.

- Engage with ISO market applications to submit portfolios, monitor market activity, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

- Participate in ISO stakeholder discussions to stay informed of market developments, tariff changes, and policy updates.

- Analyze the impact of tariff changes and provide clients with clear, actionable insights.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing ongoing support and guidance to optimize their participation in electricity markets.

Qualifications

- Five (5) years of experience in congestion management, financial analysis, and portfolio optimization within the utilities or energy sector.

- Relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required; a graduate degree, advanced industry training, or professional certifications (e.g., CFA, PE, PMP) are a plus.

- Excellent analytic processing skills, including proficiency in SQL Server and Microsoft Excel.

- Deep understanding of ISO data, including LMPs, FTRs, constraint modeling, outage coordination, and market settlements.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and develop actionable insights.

- Demonstrated proficiency in electricity markets, energy derivatives, and financial statement analysis.

- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

- Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

- Experience working with IT teams to develop automated tools and enhance internal systems and workflows.

- Track record of creative thinking and continuous improvement—actively identifying, proposing, and implementing process enhancements and innovative solutions.

Preferred Skills:

- In-depth knowledge of PJM market structures and regulatory frameworks.

- Experience in ARR/ FTR processes in PJM market.

- Knowledge of Portfolio Optimization and Risk Management theories.

- Experience with ISO stakeholder engagement and tariff analysis.

- Familiarity with market forecasting models and data analytics tools.

Additional Information

Customized Energy Solutions offers competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include performance bonus and profit-sharing Medical Savings Account, comprehensive health Insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, and 401K matching and tuition reimbursement. Excellent opportunities for advancement.

Customized Energy Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.