Energy Demand Forecasting Analyst

Fortuna BMC • Sacramento, CA

1d • $75 - $85 • Remote

About The Position

Fortuna is seeking an experienced Energy / Demand Forecasting Analyst to support large-scale energy efficiency, demand forecasting, and decarbonization initiatives for a public-sector client in California. This role focuses on analytical modeling, data integration, and scenario development related to energy efficiency (EE), demand response, electrification, and greenhouse gas (GHG) impacts. The ideal candidate brings strong quantitative skills, experience with energy data and forecasting tools, and the ability to translate complex analysis into clear, decision-ready insights. US Citizenship or Green Card Required WORKSITE: Remote (California-based preferred; occasional meetings during Pacific Time business hours) WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, Contract PAY RATE: $75 – $85 per hour (depending on experience and engagement type) WHAT WE OFFER: Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna) Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families Additional voluntary benefits: Group Life Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Critical Care, Short-Term Disability WHAT YOU'LL DO: Develop, update, and maintain energy efficiency and demand forecasting models to support statewide energy policy and planning initiatives Analyze hourly, seasonal, and long-term electricity and natural gas demand using large, multi-source datasets Support forecasting and scenario analysis related to energy efficiency, demand response, electrification, and fuel substitution programs Integrate EM&V data, utility billing data, and other market or program data into analytical tools and models Conduct quantitative analysis using Excel-based models and statistical or scripting tools (e.g., R) Evaluate policy, program, and technology impacts on energy demand, costs, and GHG emissions, with consideration for equity impacts Prepare clear documentation, summaries, and visualizations to communicate analytical findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders Collaborate with engineers, data integration specialists, and project managers to support integrated analytical workflows WHAT YOU'LL BRING: Bachelor's degree or higher in Economics, Engineering, Energy Systems, Environmental Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency analysis, demand forecasting, or energy-related quantitative modeling Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex analytical modeling Experience using statistical or scripting tools such as R (preferred) or Python for data analysis Familiarity with utility energy efficiency programs, demand response, or decarbonization initiatives Experience working with large datasets, including utility, programmatic, or meter-level data Ability to clearly document methods and communicate analytical results Experience supporting public-sector, regulatory, or utility clients in California is strongly preferred Fortuna operates as a staffing agency that sources, screens, and presents potential candidates for employment opportunities on behalf of our clients. Fortuna was founded in 2012 by practicing professionals with more than 50 combined years of experience. Our headquarters is in McClellan, California, with offices in Los Angeles and New York, and satellite offices in the Philippines and Israel. Fortuna is an active member of multiple California service agreements, including the CMAS, ITMSA (Tier 2), and CalPERS SpringFed Pool, as well as multiple municipalities and large corporation vendor pools. Career Site: www.gofortuna.com

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Economics, Engineering, Energy Systems, Environmental Science, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in energy efficiency analysis, demand forecasting, or energy-related quantitative modeling
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel for complex analytical modeling
• Experience using statistical or scripting tools such as R (preferred) or Python for data analysis
• Familiarity with utility energy efficiency programs, demand response, or decarbonization initiatives
• Experience working with large datasets, including utility, programmatic, or meter-level data
• Ability to clearly document methods and communicate analytical results

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting public-sector, regulatory, or utility clients in California is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain energy efficiency and demand forecasting models to support statewide energy policy and planning initiatives
• Analyze hourly, seasonal, and long-term electricity and natural gas demand using large, multi-source datasets
• Support forecasting and scenario analysis related to energy efficiency, demand response, electrification, and fuel substitution programs
• Integrate EM&V data, utility billing data, and other market or program data into analytical tools and models
• Conduct quantitative analysis using Excel-based models and statistical or scripting tools (e.g., R)
• Evaluate policy, program, and technology impacts on energy demand, costs, and GHG emissions, with consideration for equity impacts
• Prepare clear documentation, summaries, and visualizations to communicate analytical findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with engineers, data integration specialists, and project managers to support integrated analytical workflows

Benefits

• Paid sick leave based on state regulations after 90 days of employment
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage after a waiting period (60% paid by Fortuna)
• Free TeleMedicine and Mental Health support for all employees and their families
• Group Life Insurance
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Care
• Short-Term Disability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level