Graduates Senior Associate Power and Natural Gas Modeling and Markets Experts; Energy Pr

(2026 Graduates) Senior Associate Power and Natural Gas Modeling and Markets Experts (Energy Practice)

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Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters related to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact‑based analysis that provides clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.

• Act as a principal custodian of the Energy practice’s power and natural gas market models, including capacity expansion, production cost, storage, reliability, and revenue requirement models.
• Perform a broad range of quantitative consulting tasks such as developing power and gas market scenarios, evaluating new energy technologies, calculating LCOEs, and running market simulations.
• Manage and contribute to engagements involving utility integrated resource plans, commercial due diligence of power plants and energy infrastructure, reliability and RTO assessments, and other power and gas sector analysis.
• Support the development of industry‑leading models through research, analysis, programming, and model vetting in areas such as reliability (LOLE), resource adequacy (ELCC), storage, and EV/DER penetration.
• Develop presentations and reports to concisely, comprehensively, and accurately share findings with clients on complex matters.
• Present to senior‑ and mid‑level staff of clients.
• Oversee junior staff in the production of reports, presentations, and market analyses.

• Minimum two years of professional experience in power and/or natural gas market modeling using tools such as AURORAxmp, PLEXOS, PROMOD, and Encompass.
• Previous project and client management experience.
• Strong interest in and knowledge of power and natural gas market modeling.
• Excellent presentation skills and writing ability.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and resourcefulness.
• Works well in a team environment and willing to provide mentorship to junior staff members.
• Can be located in Boston or Washington, DC; hybrid working environment.

• Resume/CV – include current address, email, and telephone number.
• Cover letter – describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals. Note if you have interest in a particular practice and/or location preference.

• Robust skills development programs, commitment to 100 hours of training annually, and opportunities for project management, client presentation, and team management development.
• Comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming, in‑house immigration support, and more.

CRA encourages a flexible work environment, with employees expected to spend 3–4 days a week in the office, balancing remote work as appropriate.

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

A good‑faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $152,500. Pay may vary based on education, experience, skills, geography, market conditions, and other factors. The position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation. CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, life and disability insurance, paid time off, parental leave, wellness programs, and commuter benefits.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Education and Training