Data Scientist - Battery & Energy Market Analytics, Independent Power Producer
Location: London
Mint Selection is partnered with a leading UK independent power producer who finances, owns and operates a mature portfolio of energy storage devices.
As a Data Scientist, you will play a crucial role in driving data-driven decision-making. Working closely with commercial stakeholders, asset managers and technical members, you will develop robust data pipelines, build sophisticated battery analytics and model various drivers in the energy markets to deliver actionable commercial insights.
Your expertise will help the company optimize battery performance, analyse market dynamics, and stay ahead in the rapidly evolving energy and power markets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain robust data pipelines from scratch, able to collect and process a range of data from internal and external sources.
- Build advanced analytics models to monitor and optimize the performance of battery energy storage systems.
- Analyze battery lifecycle data to predict performance degradation, identify failure points, and recommend operational improvements.
- Use predictive analytics and machine learning to enhance energy storage decision-making.
- Create forecasting models for energy prices, demand, and supply, and support revenue optimization strategies.
- Work with finance, operations, and business development teams to build custom analytical tools that support investment and operational decisions.
- Build and maintain models for energy trading, market participation, and revenue generation from batteries, including arbitrage, frequency regulation, and capacity markets.
- Present analytical findings and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders to support strategic initiatives.
- Identify opportunities for automation and enhancement of existing analytics processes.
- Experiment with cutting-edge data science techniques, machine learning models, and tools to continually improve the accuracy and efficiency of battery and market models.
Key Qualifications:
- Bachelors or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physic or Engineering.
- Proven experience as a Data Scientist or quantitative professional, preferably within the energy, utilities, or finance sectors.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages, with experience in building data pipelines and models.
- Experience with machine learning algorithms, statistical modelling, and predictive analytics.
- Knowledge of energy markets (e.g., electricity, renewable energy, power trading) preferable with an understanding of battery storage systems.
- Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI, or similar) to present insights clearly.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Mint Selection are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We believe that the renewable energy sector thrives on innovation and creativity, which is driven by diverse perspectives and experiences. Our mission is to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, identity, or circumstance, has equal opportunity to contribute and grow within our organisation.
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