Power Markets Analyst

Organization Name: Applied Talent Resources

Reports To: VP of Operations

FLSA Status: Exempt/Full Time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Primary

Location:

Fargo or Jamestown, ND

At Applied Digital
, we are the epicenter of AI innovation, crafting cutting‑edge data center solutions tailored for the demands of high‑performance computing. Designed from the ground up to support AI and machine learning workloads, our infrastructure is the backbone of tomorrow’s technological advancements, including AI‑driven video and generative platforms.

We are
:

• Forward‑Thinkers: With a keen eye on current market trends and future innovations, we adapt swiftly and lead technological evolution.
• Resilient: We navigate complex challenges and emerge stronger, delivering robust and reliable solutions for industry pioneers.
• Innovative Designers: Leveraging the latest technologies, we create visionary solutions that redefine industry standards.

We remain committed and steadfast in solving intricate problems, advancing business initiatives, maximizing operational efficiency, and reducing our carbon footprint. We are a team of resilient, forward‑thinking innovators driving the AI revolution.

The Power Market Analyst supports Applied Digital’s energy optimization program through comprehensive forecasting, market analysis, and operational intelligence. This role is responsible for creating high‑quality day‑ahead and real‑time forecasts, modeling LMP price behavior, interpreting weather and grid fundamentals, and providing insights that guide curtailment strategy.

This position requires strong quantitative skills, familiarity with power market fundamentals, and the ability to translate large datasets into actionable operational recommendations. The ideal candidate comes from a utility forecasting team, ISO market analytics group, merchant analytics desk, or industrial load forecasting environment
, and is comfortable working in fast‑evolving market conditions.

• Produce day‑ahead, intraday, and real‑time LMP price forecasts for relevant utility/ISO markets.
• Develop load, weather, and price models to identify volatility windows and optimization opportunities.
• Analyze congestion patterns, generation stack shifts, outages, and transmission constraints.
• Maintain hourly and sub‑hourly forecasting tools in Python, Excel, or similar platforms.

• Monitor grid conditions, weather impacts, load forecasts, and system advisories to inform operational decisions.
• Evaluate supply/demand trends, renewable output patterns, and risk factors that influence price formation.
• Provide pre‑volatility reports and operational runbooks for morning (6–10 AM) and evening (5–9 PM) peaks.
• Validate real‑time performance against forecasts and refine models accordingly.

• Produce daily market summaries, volatility reports, constraint updates, and forward‑looking guidance.
• Build dashboards to visualize pricing trends, forecast error, and optimization KPIs.
• Develop analytic tools to support decision‑making around curtailment, energy budgeting, and operational planning.
• Conduct retrospective analysis of curtailment performance, highlighting savings opportunities.

• Work with Real‑Time Schedulers to refine price triggers, curtailment thresholds, and intraday playbooks.
• Partner with Operators to communicate expected volatility windows and operational considerations.
• Support Engineering and Data Center Leadership with forecasting inputs for planning and equipment operations.

• Continuously refine models using historical performance, weather variability, and improved data sources.
• Enhance internal tools for transparency, tracking, and decision support.
• Contribute to documentation, SOPs, and strategic roadmap development.

• 3–5+ years of experience in:
• Power market analysis
• Utility or ISO forecasting
• Generation/load modeling
• Industrial energy analytics or grid operations
• Strong understanding of:
• LMP formation and congestion dynamics
• Grid reliability principles and transmission constraints
• Weather‑dri…