Principal Analyst – Energy Efficiency Modeling

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Department for Energy Security & Net Zero Full time

Position Overview

Are you seeking a role where your contributions can significantly impact the future? Join the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ), a pivotal government entity engaged in shaping policies that will influence the UK and beyond.

At DESNZ, we are dedicated to ensuring the UK’s sustainable energy future, reducing energy costs, and addressing inflation. We are harnessing the potential of Net Zero to spearhead advancements in green industries and promote enhanced energy efficiency throughout the nation. The mission of our department is more relevant than ever, and by becoming part of our team, you will play a crucial role in driving this change.

Our projects are diverse, engaging, and, most importantly, impactful. Our core values—Boldness, Collaboration, Inclusivity, and Continuous Learning—are integral to our operations. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can excel.

We provide excellent employment benefits, including a premier pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to your professional growth and development. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader employer, offering support and adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Key Responsibilities

The role encompasses a variety of projects, allowing you to tailor your responsibilities to align with your strengths and interests. Primary duties will include:

  • Enhancing our Home Energy Model simulation tool through Python programming and ensuring the quality of team outputs.
  • Overseeing the delivery of significant components of the Home Energy Model, including methodologies for field assessments and model validation.
  • Leading a small team of analysts, fostering motivation, leadership, and personal development to help them reach their full potential.
  • Managing research and development contracts as needed to support the model, ensuring successful delivery through contractor teams.
  • Building a network of stakeholders to establish an effective policymaking framework that maximizes the value and influence of data and analysis.
  • Enhancing the evidence base through the analysis of various data sources to improve our understanding of the UK building stock, building physics, and related technologies and policies.
  • Adapting flexibly to advance the Net Zero agenda in the building sector by providing decision-makers with insightful analysis and guidance grounded in robust evidence.

Required Skills and Experience

We invite applications from individuals who possess:

  • A proven track record in successfully managing complex model development or enhancement projects.
  • Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities, with experience in modeling and programming.
  • Exceptional leadership qualities, with the ability to inspire and guide your team while working autonomously.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor your approach to different audiences.
  • A collaborative mindset, a passion for problem-solving, and a proactive attitude toward seizing opportunities for improvement.
  • A keen interest in energy consumption in buildings and its critical role in combating climate change and supporting vulnerable populations.
  • Eligibility for the Government Operational Research Service at the appropriate level or current membership in any Civil Service analytical profession.

Qualifications

Candidates not currently members of a Civil Service analytical profession must demonstrate the following qualifications for GORS recognition:

  • A minimum of a 2:1 degree in a numerate discipline, or a 2:2 degree with relevant work experience or postgraduate qualification.
  • Acceptable numerate degrees include Astrophysics, Data Science, Decision Science, Econometrics, Engineering, Mathematics, Operational Research, Physics, and Statistics.
  • Other numerate degrees may be considered if at least 50% of the coursework is highly numerate.

Memberships

Membership in the Government Operational Research Service, Government Statistics Group, Government Economics Service, or Government Social Research Service is preferred.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero contributes significantly towards your membership in the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Our benefits package includes:

  • A flexible working culture, including options for job sharing, remote work, and compressed hours.
  • Automatic enrollment in the pension scheme, with an average employer contribution of 27%.
  • A minimum of 25 days of paid annual leave, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days.
  • A wide array of learning and professional development opportunities, actively encouraged for all staff.
  • Access to various employee discounts on retail, travel, and lifestyle services.

Office Attendance

The Department operates a flexible hybrid working policy, allowing a combination of in-office and remote work. Staff are currently expected to be present in the office or a non-home-based location for 40-60% of their working hours.

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