Rocky Mountain Institute is an independent, entrepreneurial nonprofit think-and-do tank that drives the efficient and restorative use of resources—currently focused on accelerating the U.S. transition from fossil fuels to efficiency and renewables. Established in 1982 by Amory and Hunter Lovins, RMI began as a small group of colleagues focusing on energy solutions. It has since grown into a broad-based Institute with approximately 90 full-time staff, an annual budget of $12 million, and a global reach.
RMI is engaged in research that addresses pragmatic designs, practices, and policies, not social theories or laboratory experiments. We work on all parts of the solution process—idea, strategy, and implementation—in the high impact areas of energy, mobility and vehicle efficiency, energy resource use, security, and the built environment.
RMI has two locations — in Boulder and Snowmass, Colorado.
Current Openings
Analyst
RMI is seeking an exceptional candidate to become an Analyst—RMI’s entry-level research and consulting position. Our Analysts are creative problem solvers who use their quantitative, technical and analytical abilities to conduct compelling quantitative analyses around vital energy issues. They collaborate with team members to craft visionary yet practical solutions for our research questions and for our clients.
As RMI’s entry-level position, we expect our Analysts to join RMI with sound quantitative training and some relevant experience. We look for aptitude at solving challenging problems, the ability to think in numbers, and work in groups. We expect self-motivation, curiosity, creativity, the ability to drive oneself and others toward meaningful results, and a passion for making the world better.
This position will work across RMI’s practice areas. This position is based in Snowmass and will require frequent travel to Boulder.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide quantitative support to our consulting projects
- Create quantitative models and analyses
- Locate and manage high quality data that allow us to shed new light on problems and solutions
- Synthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written reports
- Present quantitative information in a clear, visual format
- Engage with external experts via phone interviews, conferences, and on occasion responding to outreach requests
Qualifications
General:
- At least one year of cumulative work experience and excellent work references
- Ability to stick with a problem until a solution is found, but knowledge of when to ask for help
- Ability to be self-motivated and work independently
- Ability to listen actively, be diplomatic, and share knowledge and information well
- Ability to communicate your ideas clearly
Technical:
- A graduate degree or equivalent experience in a quantitative field such as engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, energy), economics, computer science, mathematics, or physical sciences
- Top-level academic performance
- Ability to design, build, and maintain complex models (Excel, etc)
- Understanding of basic financial analysis and metrics (i.e., NPV, cash flows, etc)
Examples of Recent RMI Analyst Work
- Constructed a Python-based electric utility hourly dispatch simulation model and used the model to support a collaborative resource portfolio development process with a large investor-owned utility client
- Assembled external renewable energy cost forecasts and developed a synthesized, defensible, set of cost forecasts for use in the development of our vision of a no-carbon electric system
- Worked with team to develop an innovative approach to understanding the energy efficiency gap in the U.S. and built a quantitative model to apply the approach
- Developed the framework and data for an innovative workshop or data centers that led to an 80 percent reduction in energy needs
How to Apply
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with “Analyst” in the subject line to RandCjobs@rmi.org. No calls please.
Analyst, Electricity Focus
This Analyst position will largely focus on our electricity work. In addition, this position will periodically be expected to work across RMI’s practice areas. RMI’s electric program is designed to help catalyze the elimination of fossil fuels in the electric sector by creating a credible vision of what the no-carbon system could be, developing viable solutions to key technical, economic and regulatory barriers, and collaborating with electric utilities and their regulators to understand and implement a path forward.
This position is based in Boulder.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide quantitative support to our consulting projects
- Create quantitative models and analyses
- Locate and manage high quality data that allow us to shed new light on problems and solutions
- Synthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written reports
- Present quantitative information in a clear, visual format
- Engage with external experts via phone interviews, conferences, and on occasion responding to outreach requests
Qualifications
General:
- At least one year of cumulative work experience and excellent work references
- Ability to stick with a problem until a solution is found, but knowledge of when to ask for help
- Ability to be self-motivated and work independently
- Ability to listen actively, be diplomatic, and share knowledge and information well
- Ability to communicate your ideas clearly
Technical:
- A graduate degree or equivalent experience in a quantitative field such as engineering (mechanical, electrical, civil, energy), economics, computer science, mathematics, or physical sciences
- Top-level academic performance
- Ability to design, build, and maintain complex models (Excel, etc)
- Understanding of basic financial analysis and metrics (i.e., NPV, cash flows, etc)\
- Basic knowledge of electricity
- Experience with one or more computer programming languages (i.e., C++, Python, Matlab, etc)
Examples of Recent RMI Analyst Work
- Constructed a Python-based electric utility hourly dispatch simulation model and used the model to support a collaborative resource portfolio development process with a large investor-owned utility client
- Assembled external renewable energy cost forecasts and developed a synthesized, defensible, set of cost forecasts for use in the development of our vision of a no-carbon electric system
- Worked with team to develop an innovative approach to understanding the energy efficiency gap in the U.S. and built a quantitative model to apply the approach
- Developed the framework and data for an innovative workshop or data centers that led to an 80 percent reduction in energy needs
Key Responsibilities
- A core researcher on one or more components of the future electric system
- Provide quantitative support to our electric utility consulting projects
- Create quantitative models and analyses
- Locate and manage high quality data that allow us to shed new light on problems and solutions
- Synthesize recommendations into clear and compelling presentations and written reports
- Present quantitative information in a clear, visual format
- Engage with external experts via phone interviews, conferences, and on occasion responding to outreach requests
After developing project experience at RMI, we expect that you will have a depth of expertise in the electric system, as well as breadth of knowledge around energy issues in general. You will have become a core member of our team with significant responsibility for aspects of our intellectual development and consulting work.
How to Apply
To apply, please email a cover letter, resume, and writing sample with “Analyst-Electricity” in the subject line to RandCjobs@rmi.org. No calls, please.
RMI is an equal opportunity employer.