Energy Forecaster / Senior Energy Forecaster - Oahu

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Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.  

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P SF FORECASTING Department of the P INTEGRATED GRID PLANNING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available.  (Role: Professional)

This posting seeks to fill at either the Energy Forecaster or Senior Energy Forecaster; whichever level is most suited to the qualifications of the applying candidate.

ENERGY FORECASTER

JOB FUNCTION:

Participates in the energy planning and analytics efforts related to the development of the energy and demand forecasts for Oahu, Hawaii Island and Maui County grids to support strategic and operational planning initiatives. Provides technical support with expanded assignments in the Company's corporate planning initiatives and policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, designs, and provides substantive direction for developing the energy and demand forecast and planning initiatives that support strategic areas of focus for the Company. Develops load forecasts to support generation, transmission and distribution planning. Independently carries out complex assignments resulting in the development of new or improved techniques, procedures, and risk assessment.
• Plans, designs, develops, specifies, and coordinates analysis surrounding changes in the structure of the energy industry and anticipates resulting impacts on the Company's systems from external demand and supply side technologies. Identifies the need for and designs, coordinates, and implements, studies to support models and framework for forecasting consumer demand, sales, and revenue. Performs hindsight metrics of forecast performance and makes recommendations to improve overall forecasting capabilities.
• Provides training as appropriate. Manages and coordinates planning work with operations, planning, finance, and other areas of the Companies.
• Creates, develops, and/or delivers expert testimony, responses to informational requests, and other assignments supporting rate case and resource planning projects before various external agencies such as the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission, Public Advisory Groups, and various community groups. Assists with negotiations among the parties in the proceedings if settlement is a desired outcome.
• Develops, modifies, tests, implements, documents, and operates complex technical statistical/scientific/engineering algorithms supporting energy and demand modeling including load profiles by end use, class of service, system, or other defined user segments.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative analytical discipline such as physical sciences, engineering, data science, mathematics, statistics, economics, finance or equivalent experience may be considered. Master’s degree or MBA preferred. Thorough knowledge of utility economic analysis methods including, but not limited to, derivation of financial parameters, calculation of revenue requirements, and the ability to perform various economic analyses.
• Working knowledge of trends in customer behavior and market conditions in the electric utility industry. Has a good understanding of factors that influence customer usage across different customer segments.
• Thorough knowledge of utility economic analysis, rates and tariffs, scenario planning, clean energy corporate goals and existing and initiatives.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state, and regulations related to corporate initiatives and governing the adoption of customer-sited equipment.  
• Thorough knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and cost analysis as they apply to basic power system analysis, customer-site renewable, energy efficient and emerging technologies. 
• Thorough knowledge of statistical analysis methods (e.g., regression, ARIMA, descriptive and inferential statistics, etc.).
• Thorough knowledge of personal computers and related software applications such as, spreadsheets, data management, presentations, statistical modeling, and word processing.
• Thorough knowledge of the regulatory structure of the energy industry in Hawaii.

Skills Requirements

• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, consultants, vendors, industry experts, government, and the public.
• Adaptable and able to schedule work responsibilities to accomplish several tasks simultaneously and to set priorities to meet numerous and conflicting deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to handle various complex projects and programs.
• Superior attention to detail in analytical assessments; thrives on developing and maintaining high quality reports and assessments and considers effects of decision in upstream or downstream information flows.
• Ability to apply technical concepts and methodologies in developing forecasts and analyses; ability to keep regulatory quality documentation of study/projects, and complete tasks accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to synthesize/integrate important information from large volumes of data; offer solutions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, planning and time management skills to handle multiple projects and programs at the same time.

Experience Requirements

• Multiple (5-7) year’s experience with quantitative analysis, statistical forecasting, or predictive modeling. Experience may be substituted for an advanced degree.

SENIOR ENERGY FORECASTER

JOB FUNCTION:

Leads the energy planning and analyses efforts related to the development of the energy and demand forecasts for Oahu, Hawaii Island and Maui County grids to support strategic and operational planning initiatives. Spearhead technical assignments and support in the Company’s corporate planning initiatives and policies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plans, designs, and provides substantive direction for developing the energy and demand forecast and planning initiatives that support strategic areas of focus for the Company. Develops load forecasts to support generation, transmission and distribution planning for Oahu, Maui County, and Hawaii island grids. Independently carries out complex assignments resulting in the development of new or improved techniques, procedures, and risk assessment.  
• Plans, designs, develops, specifies, and coordinates analysis surrounding changes in the structure of the energy industry and anticipates resulting impacts on the Company’s systems from external demand and supply side technologies. Identifies the need for and designs, coordinates, and implements, studies to support models and framework for forecasting consumer demand, sales, and revenue. Performs hindsight metrics of forecast performance and makes recommendations to improve overall forecasting capabilities.
• Assigns, directs, and reviews work assignments of other forecasters in developing and carrying out forecasts using quantitative analysis. Provides training as appropriate. Manages and coordinates planning work with inter and intra-departmental work groups and other areas of the Company.
• Creates, develops, and/or delivers expert testimony, responses to informational requests, and other assignments supporting rate case and resource planning projects before various external agencies such as the Hawaii Public Utilities Commission, Public Advisory Groups, and various community groups.  Assists with negotiations among the parties in the proceedings if settlement is a desired outcome.
• Develops, modifies, tests, implements, documents, and operates complex technical statistical/scientific/engineering algorithms supporting energy and demand modeling including load profiling by end use, class of service, system, or other defined user segments.
• Actively identifies and leads continuous improvement efforts. Investigates collaboration opportunities for external vendor and stakeholder engagements. Provides coaching to other team members to develop technical and professional capabilities. Assists Manager with setting direction for department goals and initiatives.
• Participates in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master’s) in a quantitative analytical discipline such as engineering, physics, applied mathematics, statistics, economics, or finance. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Thorough knowledge of statistical analysis methods (e.g., regression, ARIMA, descriptive and inferential statistics, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of utility economic analysis methods including, but not limited to, derivation of financial parameters, calculation of revenue requirements, and the ability to perform various economic analyses.
• Thorough knowledge of the regulatory structure of the energy industry in Hawaii and the participating parties/stakeholders and their responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of utility economic analysis, rates and tariffs, scenario planning, clean energy corporate goals and existing and initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge of federal and state rules, and regulations governing customer-sited equipment.  
• Thorough knowledge of engineering principles, theories and cost analysis as they apply to basic power system analysis, customer-site renewable, energy efficient and emerging technologies. 
• Thorough knowledge of personal computers and related software applications to include word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, and statistical modeling.

Skills Requirements

• Excellent written, oral, interpersonal and presentation skills to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization, consultants, vendors, industry experts, government, and the public.
• Adaptable and able to schedule work responsibilities to accomplish several tasks simultaneously and to set priorities to meet numerous and conflicting deadlines. Excellent analytical, organizational, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to handle various complex projects and programs.
• Excellent attention to detail in analytical assessments; thrives on developing and maintaining high quality reports and assessments and considers effects of decision in upstream or downstream information flows.
• Demonstrated ability to apply technical concepts and methodologies in developing forecasts and analyses; ability to keep regulatory quality documentation of study/projects, and complete tasks accurately, efficiently, and in a timely manner.
• Ability to synthesize/integrate important information from large volumes of data; offer solutions and recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, planning and time management skills to handle multiple projects and programs at the same time.
• Ability to effectively communicate and teach novel concepts to team members and supervisor.

Experience Requirements

• Extensive (8+) year’s experience in more than one of the following areas related to energy or demand forecasting, data analytics, planning, or economics.

Role: Professional 

Number of Vacancies: 1 

Location: Honolulu – Oahu

Hiring Range: The hiring range for the Energy Forecaster [Req ID 10194] position is $87,400.00 to $111,500.00. The hiring range for the Senior Energy Forecaster [Req ID 10194] position is $107,700.00 to $139,800.00. The person selected will be placed according to his/her skills and qualifications. 

About Hawaiian Electric Companies
Hawaiian Electric Companies provide electricity and services to 95 percent of the state's 1.4 million residents. The company is also one of the state's leading employers and a major contributor and supporter of community and educational programs.

The demand for power that has fueled the growth of the Hawaiian Islands has been met by Hawaiian Electric Companies for well over a century. And as the next millennium unfolds, the company is committed to providing quality service and seeking clean local energy sources to power generations of Hawaii families and businesses to come. Visit us at http://hawaiianelectric.com.

Interested individuals should apply online. The application must clearly indicate the demonstrated experience/knowledge/skills/abilities the candidate possesses which specifically qualifies him/her for the position.

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5. Authorize, direct, and consent to Hawaiian Electric Companies and/or its authorized agents to conduct investigations into candidates' background. These investigations may include, but are not limited to searches for information about applicants; record of criminal convictions to the extent permitted by law, education records, professional certifications, personal character references, and employment history.

EEO Statement
Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. 

Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at (808) 543-4848.

Affiliate Disclaimer
Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Maui Electric Company, and Hawaii Electric Light (“Company”) are Hawaii Public Utilities Commission (“PUC”) regulated companies. The disclosure relating to Affiliate Transaction Requirements that follows is made pursuant to the PUC’s Decision and Order No. 35962, issued on December 19, 2018, and subsequently modified by Order No. 36112, issued on January 24, 2019 in Docket No. 2018-0065.

By submitting your application, you understand and acknowledge that, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate, said Affiliate will be required to make a one-time payment to the Company in an amount up to twenty-five percent (25%) of your base annual compensation.  

In addition, if you are hired by the Company and subsequently transferred, assigned or otherwise employed by an Affiliate or an Affiliate-Related Entity, for a period of one year, you cannot appear in negotiations or otherwise interact directly with the Company or work on the same matter that you worked on while with the Company. 

Affiliate is defined as “any person or entity that possesses an ‘affiliate interest’ in a utility as defined by section 269-19.5, Hawaii Revised Statutes (“HRS”), including a utility’s parent holding company, except as otherwise provided by HRS section 269-19.5(h).”

Affiliate-Related Entity is defined as “a third party that provides electricity-related services in a regulated utility’s service territory that has a material financial, operational, or ownership interest with an unregulated affiliate of the utility and of whom the utility has reasonable knowledge.” 

For a current list of all Affiliates and Affiliate-Related Entities, please see:
https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/about-us/key-performance-metrics/financial/affiliate-transactions

This list may be amended, updated or revised from time to time without notice.