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# Data Scientist, Consultant (Utilities)

- **Company:** Guidehouse Inc.
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Salary:** $89,000.0 - $148,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Geographic Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Information Systems, Information Engineering, R (Programming Language), Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Power BI, SQL Databases, Tableau (Software), Snowflake, Information Technology, Optimization Algorithms, Data Analytics, Data Management, Databricks
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4763F016B69742AAA31212FCC5B733D2/job/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Economics, or a related quantitative discipline
 * ONE (1) or more years of professional experience applying data analytics, business intelligence, data science, or related quantitative techniques to solve complex business problems
 * Experience with analytical and data management tools such as Python, SQL, R, Databricks, Power BI, Tableau, GIS, or similar technologies.
 * Experience working with large and complex datasets and developing analytical solutions from concept through implementation.

What Would Be Nice To Have

 * Experience supporting electric, gas, water, or other energy-sector organizations.
 * Strong communication and consulting skills, including the ability to translate technical concepts into business insights and recommendations.
 * Ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating effectively with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
 * Familiarity with utility business functions such as customer programs, DERs, electrification, asset management, operations, regulatory planning.
 * Experience with cloud-based analytics platforms, data engineering, AI, machine learning, geospatial analytics, or optimization techniques.
 * Experience developing dashboards, data products, or decision-support applications for business users.
 * Experience working in a consulting or client-facing environment.
 * Master's degree or relevant certifications in analytics, cloud technologies, or data engineering.

## Description

* Perform data analysis and develop analytical solutions using tools such as Python, R, Snowflake, SQL, Databricks, Power BI, GIS, and other modern analytics platforms to address complex client business challenges.
 * Partner with utility clients and Guidehouse subject matter experts to define business objectives, analytical approaches, technical requirements, and actionable recommendations.
 * Design, develop, test, and implement data, analytics, and AI-enabled solutions that support utility clients' business objectives.
 * Translate business needs into scalable analytical workflows, data products, dashboards, visualizations, and decision-support tools.
 * Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences, helping clients gain confidence in data-driven decisions.


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