Energy Market Analysts & Modellers

In this position you will project, evaluate and interpret policy and market trends for energy commodities across the entire energy market/system, including the end-use and supply sectors (Industry, Buildings, Transport, Power, e-Fuels and Bioenergy/Biofuels Supply). The role supports strategic decision-making by analysing supply-demand dynamics, pricing behavior, and broader market drivers. It combines data analytics, economic modelling, and operations research., * Collect, process and analyse multi-and single-country energy system and economic data covering all demand and supply sectors.

• Track policy developments impacting energy pricing and long-term energy system planning.
• Operate, maintain and update the in-house energy system modelling tools (e.g. PRIMES) for full impact assessments, evaluating energy market scenarios and sensitivity analyses.
• Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable narratives.
• Support internal and client-facing deliverables on energy market developments.
• Work closely with modellers and analysts and contribute to the preparation of forward-looking energy policy scenarios.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations summarizing trends, forecasts, and model-based insights.

• Hold an MSc degree in engineering, applied mathematics, operations research, energy economics or physics.
• Proven work and/or research experience in the field of energy systems analysis, energy market analysis, techno-economic assessment or engineering from at least two (2) to six (6) years.
• Prior experience working with or analysing specific end-use sectors - such as transport, buildings, industry or power - is an asset.
• Demonstrated data management skills, including the ability to work with large datasets and use programming tools, preferably GAMS or Python or R for modelling.
• Experience in mathematical programming, optimisation modelling, general software programming or familiarity with common modelling platforms (TIMES/MARKAL, OSeMOSYS, MESSAGEix, PLEXOS, PyPSA, etc.) is an asset.
• Have a good understanding of European and/or international energy and environmental policy issues and of fundamentals of economic theory.
• Project management experience will be considered a plus.
• Proven writing skills gained through (co-) authorship of academic articles, technical and/or policy reports in English is an asset.
• Be an excellent user of MS Office, with emphasis on MS Excel (including VBA).
• Be proficient in English (verbal and written).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong quantitative and analytical abilities.
• Have a detail-oriented and problem-solving mindset, collaborative attitude, ready to develop new competencies in energy economics and system modelling and ability to work multiple projects simultaneously.

• A working environment inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion.
• Our flexible working policy - We recognise the importance of work-life balance and encourage you to find yours.
• WSP is about making the world around us a better place, including the environment, transport infrastructure, buildings and land use.
• Excellent career prospects. We’re growing fast, and every day we strive to outdo ourselves. We are open to your ideas and want to try new things. We have a supportive environment that invests in your development and training.
• WSP is about embracing a culture of collaboration with colleagues who stand out for their skills. Come and discover our fantastic team!

We are proud to promote diversity, equal opportunities and professional integration within our teams, and we are convinced that our differences and an inclusive working environment contribute to our development. All applications will be carefully considered.

Ricardo, member of WSP, is a global strategic, environmental, and engineering consulting company. With over 100 years of engineering excellence and employing close to 3,000 employees in more than 20 countries, we provide exceptional levels of expertise in delivering leading-edge and innovative cross-sector sustainable products and solutions. Every day, we enable our customers to solve the most complex and dynamic challenges to help achieve a safe and sustainable world.