Energy & Utilities Analyst - 1898 & Co. (Kansas​/Chicago

Energy & Utilities Analyst - 1898 & Co. (Kansas City / Chicago)

Apply for the Energy & Utilities Analyst role at Burns & McDonnell.

The Energy & Utilities Analyst will work under the supervision of a consultant or project manager to assist with developing solutions to technical and economic challenges encountered by our energy and utility clients. The analyst will assist with power system studies evaluating power plants (both fossil fuel and renewable) and delivery systems (transmission and distribution). Key duties include power supply planning, due diligence, performance and benchmarking evaluations, site assessments, investment planning, condition assessments, financial cost/benefit analyses, and renewable development.

• Analyzes, interprets, and applies engineering, financial, and economic conditions, theories, and principles to complete assigned tasks regarding technical and business implications to client projects.
• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used engineering and financial concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the consulting services industry.
• Assists with analyzing life‑cycle costs by developing and incorporating technical assumptions regarding capital costs, operation and maintenance costs, performance estimates, and economic assumptions and forecasts.
• Assists project team with technical assessments that evaluate impacts associated with rules implemented by regulatory agencies.
• Assists with designing, reviewing, and modifying drawings for project requirements that are set forth by the project managers.
• Supports power system planning and operations analysis, including power flow, transient, stability, short circuit, electromagnetic transients, reliability, and economic dispatch.
• Performs technical, engineering, economic, and financial studies involving planning and operations for utility projects.
• Supports transmission/distribution study analysis utilizing power system software.
• Supports engineering, technical, and economic assessments for both fossil and/or renewable generation.
• Supports technical and business‑related risk assessments.
• Supports developing and performing detailed financial analysis using a variety of computer‑based software.
• Supports developing technical reports and presentations summarizing results of analysis.
• Supports preparation of client presentations, engineering reviews, financial analysis, and contract administration for the design/planning of utility systems.
• Supports Utility Consulting business lines as required by clients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited program (required).
• Basic knowledge of standard engineering techniques, principles, and procedures.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without restrictions or need for work sponsorship.

$80,000.00– Yearly. The expected compensation range is displayed in compliance with all local and state regulations. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in a discretionary year‑end incentive bonus program.

Our extensive benefits package includes insurance and disability coverage, time off, wellness programs, and support for personal and professional development. As part of being 100% employee‑owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

Primary

Location:

Kansas City, MO
Other

Location:

Chicago, IL

Schedule:

Full‑time
Travel:
No

1898 & Co. is a business, technology and security solutions consultancy where experience and foresight come together to unlock lasting advancements. We innovate today to fuel our clients’ future growth, catalyzing insights that drive smarter decisions, improve performance and maximize value. As part of Burns & McDonnell, we draw on more than 120 years of deep and broad experience in complex industries as we envision and enable the future for our clients.

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