Analyst/Junior Analyst (Energy & Technology)

About CPI

CPI is an analysis and advisory organization with deep expertise in finance and policy. Our mission is to help governments, businesses, and financial institutions drive economic growth while addressing climate change. CPI has six offices around the world in Brazil, India, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

CPI is known as a leader in tracking sustainable investment trends, identifying innovative business models, and supporting the solutions that can drive the transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient, inclusive economy. We are unique in our focus on finance, our ability to get the right people to the table, and our analytical rigor.

About the role

Junior Analyst/ Analyst (Energy & Technology)

Will support the delivery of CPI's technical research and advisory programs focused on energy systems, power sector transformation, and the integration of renewable energy technologies. The work spans the power generation sector and energy-intensive industries, requiring a grounding in both electrical and mechanical engineering principles to assess technical feasibility, energy demand and supply dynamics, and the performance of generation and storage technologies.

Roles and responsibilities

Junior Analyst

Includes the following and others as assigned

• Assist in the preparation of energy modelling inputs and outputs, including load analysis, generation dispatch scenarios, and integration assessments for renewable energy in both grid-connected and captive industrial settings.

• Support technical assessments of power generation assets, including analysis of plant characteristics, operational parameters, grid connection arrangements, and the technical viability of conversion to renewable energy alternatives.

• Support the analysis of industrial energy use, covering electricity, heat, and steam demand, and contribute to assessments of energy efficiency measures and process decarbonisation options for energy-intensive industries (e.g. nickel, pulp and paper, aluminum, steel, cement,etc).

• Support research into applicable technologies, regulatory frameworks, and technical standards relevant to power sector transformation and industrial energy transition in Indonesia.

• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, briefs, presentation decks, and data visualisations for government counterparts, project developers, and international development partner audiences.

• Support data collection and management tasks, including the gathering and cleaning of technical datasets on generation capacity, fuel consumption, grid infrastructure, and industrial energy profiles.

• Communicate and collaborate with CPI staff both in-country and across global offices.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline from a reputable university.

• Minimum one year of relevant professional experience; applicants with strong academic records and demonstrable technical internship or project experience are encouraged to apply.

• Working knowledge of power systems, including generation, transmission, grid operation, and load characteristics.

• Familiarity with industrial energy systems, including thermal processes, steam and heat generation, rotating machinery, and energy efficiency measures, is an advantage.

• Experience with technical data collection, analysis, and basic energy modelling or simulation tools is an advantage.

Desirable

• Exposure to renewable energy technologies, especially battery energy storage systems (BESS), through academic work, professional experience, or demonstrable self-directed study.

• Experience working in the power sector, energy advisory, engineering consultancy, or a related technical field.

• Familiarity with Indonesia’s power sector regulatory landscape, including but not limited to RUKN, RUPTL and PLN grid standards.
  

Analyst

Includes the following and others as assigned

• Lead or independently conduct energy modelling and scenario analysis, including generation dispatch modelling, grid integration studies, and techno-economic assessments for renewable energy deployment in grid-connected and/or captive industrial contexts.

• Manage and deliver technical assessments of power generation assets, including evaluation of plant operational parameters and technically viable conversion pathways to renewable energy alternatives.

• Conduct analysis of industrial energy systems, covering electricity, heat, and steam demand profiles, and develop technically grounded options for energy efficiency improvements and process decarbonisation across different industrial sectors.

• Contribute to the design, management, and implementation of technical research assignments, including stakeholder consultations and field data collection.

• Produce and edit high-quality technical products, including full reports, executive summaries, policy briefs, and presentation materials for government, private sectors, international development partner, and other relevant stakeholders.

• Communicate and collaborate with CPI staff both in-country and around the globe.

• Present CPI’s work at external events and conferences if needed.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from a reputable university. An advanced degree is an asset.

• At least four (4) years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor's degree, or three (3) years with a Master's degree, in power systems engineering, energy advisory, or a related technical field. Experience in a research institution, engineering consultancy, electric utility, or international development organization is highly desirable.

• Demonstrated technical knowledge of power generation technologies and grid operations, with practical experience in techno-economic modelling, feasibility assessments, or grid integration studies.

• Working knowledge of industrial energy systems, including electricity, heat, and steam demand analysis.

• Familiarity with Indonesia’s power sector regulatory landscape, including but not limited to RUKN, RUPTL, PLN grid requirements, and applicable MEMR/EBTKE regulations.
  

Competencies and Personal Attributes - Junior Analyst/Analyst

• A structured approach to quantitative problem-solving and the ability to seamlessly interpret grid studies and technical plant data.

• Proficiency in energy modelling and simulation tools (e.g. LEAP, HOMER, PLEXOS, or equivalent); experience with Python or other data analysis scripting tools is an advantage.

• Skilled at translating complex technical and financial analyses into clear, compelling narratives for government officials, investors, and non-technical audiences.

• Proven track record of orchestrating multiple workstreams and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver premium results under tight deadlines.

• Flexibility, professionalism, and enthusiasm for working as part of a multidisciplinary team across in-country and international offices.

• Deep interest in power sector transformation, industrial decarbonisation, and Indonesia’s clean energy transition.
• Superior Bahasa Indonesia and English, both written and verbal.
  

Desirable

• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS), including sizing, integration, and dispatch modelling.

• Experience working in international or multi-stakeholder environments involving government, donor, and private sector counterparts.

• Knowledge of relevant Indonesian and international technical standards for grid connection, power plant design, and industrial energy systems.

Position Details

CPI is recruiting for one full-time position based in the Jakarta office. Applicants must have Indonesian citizenship or permanent residency in Indonesia. CPI offers a competitive salary and benefits package, with compensation commensurate with experience in line with CPI's compensation framework.

To Apply

Visit this link to apply. With your application, enclose:

(1) CV no longer than 2 pages

(2) a compelling cover letter no longer than 1 page, setting out how you meet the requirements of the role and your motivations for wanting to work at CPI.

We do not recommend the use of AI to complete your application.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. We encourage applicants to apply as early as possible. The position will remain open until Friday, 24 July 2026.

Please be sure to add [email protected] to your contact list to ensure delivery of all correspondence from us.

CPI Commitment

CPI’s mission is to create economic opportunities while protecting our environment. This worldview—grounding opportunity in something more fundamental that we all share and must protect—permeates our organization, and forms the foundation of our approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

CPI’s approach to DEI mirrors our mission: within a culture that values transparency and dialogue, we strive to improve equity within our organization as well as in the communities in which we work. Internally and externally, we seek to remove inequitable barriers regardless of their origin, whether it be class, race, religion, nationality, region, political affiliation, gender, sexual orientation or physical ability. We are proactive in identifying and removing biases in our processes, seeking fairness in hiring, working conditions, and professional development.

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