Data Scientist

Hybrid

Jacksonville, FL

About The Energy Authority

The Energy Authority is a public power-owned, nonprofit corporation with offices in Jacksonville, Florida and Bellevue (Seattle), Washington. TEA provides public power utilities with access to advanced resources and technology systems so they can respond competitively in the changing energy markets. Through partnership with TEA, utilities benefit from an experienced organization that is singularly focused on deriving the maximum value of their assets from the market.

Quantitative Analytics & Research Analyst

The energy landscape is evolving, and so are the challenges our Clients face. TEA’s Quantitative Analytics & Research team is looking for an innovative and analytical mind to help transform complex market trends into cutting-edge solutions. If you’re passionate about machine learning, optimization, and statistical modeling and thrive in a fast-paced environment where curiosity meets impact, this is your opportunity to make a difference!

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Build models that drive the future of energy markets and empower clients to make smarter, data-driven decisions.
Work alongside a collaborative team of data scientists and industry experts who thrive on tackling complex challenges.
Explore new ideas, experiment with innovative solutions, and see your work deliver impact across a wide range of clients.

What You’ll Do:

Clean, transform, and validate structured and unstructured data to ensure data quality and reliability.
Maintain existing machine learning and optimization models, updating them as needed.
Research and experiment with new methods to enhance current models as well as develop new solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain data pipelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand the business requirements and deliver solution effectively.
Document workflows, methodologies, and data sources to ensure transparency and reproducibility.

What You Bring to the Team:

Passion for analytics and problem-solving with a drive to find meaningful insights in complex data.
Strong skills in machine learning, predictive modeling, and optimization techniques such as regression, neural networks, and feature engineering.
Solid understanding of electricity markets, including economic dispatch, marginal pricing, and market clearing rules.
Proficiency in R or Python, with a working knowledge of web design (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, R-Shiny),Stochastic approach, and database queries.

Your Growth Path at TEA:

Level 1 Data Scientist: Operate and maintain models, gaining hands-on experience with TEA’s tools and industry functions.
Level 2 Data Scientist: Design and refine analytical models, assess their effectiveness, and contribute to cutting-edge solutions.
Level 3 Data Scientist: Provide strategic insights, manage projects, and support TEA’s business development initiatives.
Level 4 Senior Data Scientist: Serve as a subject matter expert, mentor team members, and lead high-impact initiatives.

What You Need to Succeed:

Bachelors and/or Masters in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering or other relevant field.
Industry experience in analyzing data, maintaining and developing models is preferred.
Proficiency in programming languages Python or R.
Strong foundation in the following subjects: statistics, machine learning, and optimization.
Background in energy and power systems is preferred.
Eagerness to learn, receive feedback, and grow technical depth.
Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Good communication skills; ability to understand the requirements and present the results to stakeholders.

Tools & Technology You’ll Work With:

Microsoft Word, Excel/Visual Basic, and other advanced analysis tools.
Large-scale utility simulation software such as PROMOD, PLEXOS, AuroraXMP, GE Maps, Dayzer, PSS/e, and PowerWorld.
Decision analysis techniques such as decision trees and influence diagrams.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive Salary: Based on experience, level and location.
Incentives: Annual target short-term incentive rate of 17.5% of base salary based on corporate, team, and individual performance.
Benefits:
Paid Time Off starting at 17 days per year, plus nine paid holidays.
401(a) employer contribution and 457(b) deferred compensation retirement savings plans.
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
A great work-life balance and visibility to senior executives in a supportive company culture.

TEA Values

TEA employees share a common sense of purpose. When TEA accomplishes its mission, the result is improved quality of life for the citizens and businesses of the communities our clients serve.

TEA employees exceed the expectations of those they serve, deliver services with the highest standards of fair, honest, and ethical behavior, set the standard for service and expertise in our industry, embody a spirit of collaboration, and embrace TEA’s founding entrepreneurial spirit by seizing opportunities to deliver value.

If you are self-motivated, driven to deliver excellence, and passionate about your career, TEA is the perfect place for you.

It’s YOUR Future. It’s OUR Future.

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