Associate - Energy Markets and Regulatory Policy

GDS Associates, Inc. hasan exciting and challenging full-time opportunity with advancement and growthpotential for an Energy Markets & Regulatory Policy Associate to work inour Planning & Advisory group. The associate position will work indirect support of GDS' expanding Western Markets consulting team, offering theopportunity to shape the future of the energy transition.

The successful candidatewill provide a blend of policy analysis, regulatory administration,and analytical support ensuring our clients navigate the complexities ofevolving market designs, regional transmission organizations (RTOs), andstate/federal mandates.

GDS is a nationwidemulti-service engineering and consulting firm specializing in the energyutilities industry. We have a significant and growing practice in thepower supply planning area representing electric utility and renewable/batterydeveloper clients in the procurement, planning, and effective management ofpower supply resources in structured and unstructured markets across the U.S.

Responsibilities:

Policy Analysis &Market Intelligence

• Monitor Market Evolution: Track and analyzedevelopments within Western energy markets (e.g., CAISO, WEIM, EDAM, Markets+,WRAP, and CPUC Resource Adequacy).
• Impact Assessment: Evaluate how proposed regulatory changes or market rulesaffect client portfolios, renewable integration, and transmission planning.
• Research: Conduct deep-dive research into state regulatory trends andCPUC decisions to provide actionable insights for clients.

RegulatoryAdministration & Support

• Filing Management: Assist in the preparation, organization, and submission ofregulatory filings, interventions, and comments.
• Compliance Tracking: Maintain calendars for regulatorydeadlines and ensure the team and clients can meet all administrativerequirements.
• Documentation: Synthesize complex meeting materials from stakeholderprocesses (e.g., CAISO working groups and CPUC policy workshops) into conciseinternal briefings aligned with varying client perspectives and positions.

Analytical Support

• Data Synthesis: Support the Planning & Advisory group by gathering and cleaning market data for modeling and reporting.
• Reporting: Create high-quality presentations and memos that translate technical regulatory language into clear business strategies for clients.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Economics, Environmental Policy,Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience in the energy industry(consulting, utility, or regulatory agency).
• Interest in energysystems, markets, and renewable integration.
• Energy market fundamentalsa plus - A foundational understanding of how wholesale electricity is boughtand sold (Day-Ahead vs. Real-Time markets).
• Western Interconnection familiaritya plus - Familiarity with the geography of the West, the unique role/impact ofhydroelectric power and solar curtailment in the region, and the on-goingdevelopment of energy markets.

Skills:

• Exceptional writingskills with the ability to summarize complex policy issues.
• Proficiency in MicrosoftWord, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with data visualization tools is aplus.
• High degree oforganizational aptitude-the ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, andclients simultaneously.

GDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that this position is not available for visa sponsorship.

Work Authorization: Citizens or Permanent Residents of USA. Cannot provide Visa sponsorship.

Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $62,200 - $80,000 (annualized USD). The typical salary range for this position is just one component of the firm's total compensation package.

GDS Associates, Inc. offers excellent benefits package to include:

• Flex Benefits (Flexible Hours, Telecommuting)
• Competitive Pay
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision, Company Paid Life, Long Term & Short-Term Disability)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Floating Holiday, Holidays)
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement