Energy Trader / Analyst – US Wholesale Power Markets

Mercor is hiring on behalf of a leading AI research lab developing advanced models for energy market forecasting and infrastructure planning. Looking for an Energy Trader / Analyst with deep expertise in US wholesale power markets to support model evaluation and validation. In this role, you will work closely with cutting-edge AI systems designed to project wholesale electricity prices using complex inputs such as ISO load forecasts, interconnection queues, generation buildouts, and regulatory policy impacts (e.g., IRA, EPA rules). Your primary responsibility will be to analyse, review, and validate Excel-based forecasting models for accuracy, realism, and market alignment.

#What you'll do

• Review and validate Excel models projecting wholesale power prices across US ISOs (e.g., ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, MISO, NYISO, SPP)
• Assess model assumptions related to:
• Load growth and demand forecasts
• Generation mix and capacity buildouts
• Interconnection queues and project timelines
• Transmission constraints and congestion
• Policy and regulatory impacts (IRA, EPA, state-level mandates)
• Identify inconsistencies, unrealistic assumptions, or modeling errors
• Provide structured feedback to improve model robustness and market accuracy
• Interpret outputs and ensure alignment with real-world trading and market behavior
• Collaborate with technical teams to refine modeling frameworks and evaluation criteria

### Requirements

• Experience:

• 3–10+ years in power trading, energy markets analysis, or related roles
• Direct exposure to US wholesale electricity markets (ERCOT, PJM, CAISO, etc.)
• Core Skills:
• Advanced Excel proficiency (complex models, scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis)
• Strong understanding of **nodal pricing, congestion, and market dy