Associate - Scheduling and Forecasting (Energy Markets)

About Company

Founded in 2011, ReNew, is one of the largest renewable energy companies globally, with a leadership position in India. Listed on Nasdaq under the ticker RNW, ReNew develops, builds, owns, and operates utility-scale wind energy projects, utility-scale solar energy projects, utility-scale firm power projects, and distributed solar energy projects. In addition to being a major independent power producer in India, ReNew is evolving to become an end-to-end decarbonization partner providing solutions in a just and inclusive manner in the areas of clean energy, green hydrogen, value-added energy offerings through digitalisation, storage, and carbon markets that increasingly are integral to addressing climate change. With a total capacity of more than 13.4 GW (including projects in pipeline), ReNew’s solar and wind energy projects are spread across 150+ sites, with a presence spanning 18 states in India, contributing to 1.9 % of India’s power capacity. Consequently, this has helped to avoid 0.5% of India’s total carbon emissions and 1.1% India’s total power sector emissions. In the over 10 years of its operation, ReNew has generated almost 1.3 lakh jobs, directly and indirectly. ReNew has achieved market leadership in the Indian renewable energy industry against the backdrop of the Government of India’s policies to promote growth of this sector. ReNew’s current group of stockholders contains several marquee investors including CPP Investments, Abu Dhabi Investment Authority, Goldman Sachs, GEF SACEF and JERA. Its mission is to play a pivotal role in meeting India’s growing energy needs in an efficient, sustainable, and socially responsible manner. ReNew stands committed to providing clean, safe, affordable, and sustainable energy for all and has been at the forefront of leading climate action in India.

Job Description

Position Title: Associate – Scheduling & Forecasting (Energy Markets)
Role Purpose

The Associate – Scheduling & Forecasting will be responsible for renewable energy forecasting, power scheduling, real-time monitoring of generation assets, DSM analysis, regulatory compliance, and operational reporting. The role requires coordination with IPPs, SLDCs, RLDCs, forecasting agencies, and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate schedules, minimize deviations, and support efficient grid operations.

Key Responsibilities
Perform client registration and onboarding on scheduling and forecasting platforms.
Monitor solar, wind, and hybrid power plant generation in real time.
Analyze plant generation, generation schedules, weather forecasts, and operational data to improve forecasting accuracy.
Prepare, validate, submit, and upload generation schedules and revisions to respective IPPs, SLDCs, and RLDCs within prescribed timelines.
Track actual generation against scheduled generation and identify deviations.
Prepare forecasting accuracy reports, performance reports, and compliance reports as required.
Perform DSM (Deviation Settlement Mechanism) calculations and analyze the financial impact of deviations.
Support operational and commercial teams by providing scheduling and forecasting insights.
Respond to incidents, alarms, and alerts generated through monitoring systems and take appropriate actions as per standard operating procedures.
Coordinate with site teams, SCADA teams, and forecasting service providers for issue resolution and schedule optimization.
Generate and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports related to forecasting accuracy, scheduling performance, and regulatory compliance.
Monitor and track regulatory changes issued by CERC, SERCs, SLDCs, RLDCs, Grid India, and other regulatory authorities, and share updates with management.
Ensure adherence to grid code requirements, forecasting regulations, and scheduling procedures.
Support process improvement and automation initiatives within forecasting and scheduling functions.
Undertake any other activities assigned by management from time to time.
Desired Skills
Power Scheduling & Forecasting
Renewable Energy Operations (Solar/Wind)
DSM Analysis
Energy Market Fundamentals
Weather Data Analysis
SCADA Monitoring
Advanced MS Excel and MIS Reporting
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Regulatory Compliance
Problem Solving and Attention to Detail
Strong Communication and Stakeholder Management
Qualification & Experience
B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, Mechanical, or related discipline.
2-4 years of experience in Energy Scheduling, Forecasting, Energy Management Centre (EMC), Power Markets, Grid Operations, or Renewable Energy Operations.
Familiarity with SLDC/RLDC portals, forecasting tools, SCADA systems, and power market operations will be preferred.

Competencies