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Energy Optimisation Specialist - Data Science

Allen & York
London
2 months ago
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Energy Optimisation Specialist

Location: London or Edinburgh
Working Arrangements: Hybrid (2 days in the office) | 35 hours per week

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the energy sector through innovative modelling and optimisation? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Energy Optimisation Specialist to join a dynamic and fast-growing consultancy team in London.

In this role, you will develop cutting-edge enhancements for optimisation models and contribute to building a new suite of web-based optimisation frameworks. You will explore new ways to leverage existing capabilities and work closely with clients to help shape projects that support the energy transition.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and enhance optimisation models, with a focus on mixed integer linear programming.
  • Contribute to the design and delivery of new energy optimisation platforms.
  • Work collaboratively within a technical and consulting team to address client challenges.
  • Keep up to date with evolving power market dynamics, ensuring models reflect market developments.

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Degree in a numerical field (or equivalent experience).
  • Strong working knowledge of mixed integer linear programming.
  • Proficient in Python (experience with C# is a bonus).
  • Solid understanding of power markets, ideally with European market experience.
  • Ability to work with large datasets and translate technical findings for diverse audiences.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Enthusiastic about learning and contributing to a collaborative environment.

What's on Offer:

  • Hybrid working flexibility.
  • Private medical insurance, enhanced leave benefits, and wellbeing support.
  • Sponsorship available for eligible candidates requiring a Skilled Worker visa.
  • A collaborative culture committed to innovation, sustainability, and professional growth.

Interested?

Apply todayIf you are ready to advance your career and make a tangible impact in the evolving energy sector, we would love to hear from you!

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Allen & York have been matching purposeful people with purpose-led organisations for 30 years. We partner with our clients and candidates on roles that build an understanding of climate change, promote sustainability and create inclusive and responsible organisations, working towards a sustainable world for us all.

Committed to inclusiveness in the workplace, we aim to increase diversity across all areas and therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.

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