Energy Systems modeller PyPSA
Energy Systems modeller PyPSA
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About Us
We are a climate analytics notforprofit established in 2021. We provide energy system modelling software and analysis to support efficient and effective energy transition planning. We are grantfunded by the Quadrature Climate Foundation Google Sequoia Climate Foundation Bloomberg Philanthropies among others. Our data and software is used by developers financiers planners and think tanks internationally.
We are looking for an experienced Energy Systems modeller to develop maintain and extend energy system modelling workflows to empower our users to develop decarbonisation pathways to support energy system planning.
This role will be part of a multidisciplinary squad wheresystem modelling and optimisation is the focus. We are seeking a modeller who will apply their PyPSA and system modelling knowledge and skillset to productionise robust high calibre modelsby utilising and improving the existing codebase.
At TransitionZero we understand that diversity is an essential component of a successful team whether that be diverse ways of thinking personal or professional backgrounds and skills. We aim to be the most talented notforprofit in our vertical spearheading innovative data solutions through our culture of inclusivity and adaptability.
Our people are our greatest asset and the diverse skills and perspectives individuals bring to our organisation are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities an inclusive work environment and fairness to everyone. We will therefore consider all qualified applicants in the recruitment process as we welcome all the unique qualities and experiences that make you you.
About the Role
We are building an opensource data and modelling platform that aims to make energy systems analysis auditable accessible and reproducible. Our platform is the entry point to all of our data and analysis including our satellitederived greenhouse gas emissions intelligence for the electricity and heavy industry sectors our ingested forecast and weather data and our energy systems modelling capability. Users are able to selfserve data and develop actionable insights. Our platform has a browserbased user interface which is supported by an API and Python client library. Our users are energysystem investment decision makers; ranging from government officials in the Global South Global North energy investors and energy procurement teams at large multinational corporates. We are seeking an Energy Systems modeller who is experienced and skilled using the PyPSA toolbox to join our multidisciplinary team to build programmatic robust and scalable models working closely with and in line with agile software engineering methods and principles.
Responsibilities
Maintain and develop PyPSA modelling workflows
Design and implement new features into the system models
Propose areas for improvement and directions for further development
Liaise with colleagues including analysts to ensure that the models reflect actual system operation and market dynamics
Collaborate with the wider Tech team on data ingestion running models on cloud instances and delivering results to the frontend
Present modelling methodologies and results externally to partners and other stakeholders
Lead on aspects of model validation and calibration
About You
You should be deeply curious about energy and efficient and effective energy transition planning. All of us at TransitionZero are passionate about the transition to an emissionsfree world economy and are looking for likeminded colleagues. In addition to seeking out people with a proactive problemsolving attitude and an eye for detail as a growing organisation we greatly value collegiality and empathy for our coworkers.
While we are a rapidly growing tech startup we are also a nonprofit so a high level of adaptability and willingness to approach challenges with creativity and curiosity is essential.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
MSc in STEM field with preference given to degrees in energy systems and related fields
3 years experience in energy systems modelling on both capacity expansion and dispatch
Knowledge of key energy economic concepts
Programming in languages including Python R or Julia
Energy systems modelling using PyPSA and other relevant tools such as OSeMOSYS TIMES/MARKAL or MESSAGE
Workflow management (Dagster Snakemake AirFlow SpineOpt etc.
Beneficial:
PhD in a STEM field with preference given to degrees in energy systems and related fields
Familiarity with Pythonbased pipeline orchestration either local (Snakemake Kedro) or containerbased (AirFlow Prefect Dagster preferred)
Experience running 24/7 carbon free electricity procurement.
Detailed knowledge of energy storage technologies.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Enhanced competitive pension scheme
Discretionary annual bonus
25 days annual leave (excluding UK public holidays) and an additional day off on your birthday
20 days annual allowance to work from anywhere in the world
Hybrid working and core working hours model
Allowance to set up your home office
Annual budget and dedicated leave time for relevant training courses
Enhanced genderneutral parental leave 4 months full paid)
Private healthcare following successful completion of the probation period
Yearly offsite
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation please contact Stephanie Ajimokun for an informal chat. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
Application Process
Prescreeningwith a member of the People & Operations team
Stage 1:Intro call with hiring manager
Stage 2:Technical interview
Stage 3: Final interview with Matt Gray (CEO) and another Senior Leader
About us
Employment Type
Full-Time
