Sr. Natural Gas Analyst

SynMax • Houston, TX

7d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a driven and analytically rigorous Senior Natural Gas Analyst to join our Research team. This individual will be responsible for developing and maintaining demand and storage models, generating market-facing insights, and directly engaging with customers and counterparties. The ideal candidate combines deep quantitative skills with commercial awareness and a track record of translating complex data into actionable recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, or a related quantitative science discipline.
• 4–8+ years of experience in natural gas market analysis, energy trading support, or commodity research.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining demand forecasting and/or storage models from scratch.
• Strong proficiency in Excel; working knowledge of at least one programming/data tool (Python, R, SQL, or similar).
• Proven ability to communicate complex analysis clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including customers and senior leadership.
• Direct experience interfacing with customers, counterparties, or external stakeholders in a commercial energy context.
• Deep understanding of North American natural gas fundamentals: supply basins, pipeline infrastructure, storage facilities, pricing hubs, and seasonal dynamics.
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working on or directly supporting a physical or financial natural gas trading desk is a plus.
• Familiarity with derivatives pricing, basis trading, spread structures, and risk management concepts is a plus.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field (Engineering, Finance, Economics, or Energy Management) is a plus.
• Experience with commercial data platforms (e.g., Platts, ICE, Bloomberg, Genscape/Wood Mackenzie, S&P Global) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and refine natural gas demand forecasting models incorporating weather, economic activity, industrial load, power generation, and LDC sendout data.
• Develop and manage storage models tracking injection/withdrawal dynamics, working gas inventories, and seasonal spread analysis across key hubs and regions.
• Monitor and interpret daily/weekly fundamentals including pipeline flows, production data, rig counts, LNG feedgas, and export/import volumes.
• Prepare and deliver market briefs, written commentary, and presentations to internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Engage directly with customers, trading counterparties, and industry contacts to gather market intelligence and communicate the firm’s market view.
• Collaborate with traders and risk managers to translate fundamental analysis into actionable trading strategies and position recommendations.
• Track regulatory and policy developments (FERC, state-level proceedings, emissions rules) that impact natural gas supply, demand, and pricing.
• Contribute to longer-term strategic analysis including supply-demand balances, infrastructure buildout scenarios, and energy transition impacts on gas markets.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies.

What This Job Offers

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