Proactive Application: Energy System Modeler (Global | Remote | English)

Role overview

This is a proactive, talent-pool application for an Energy System Modeler role with a non-profit organization focused on accelerating the global energy transition. The team builds open-source planning tools that make decarbonization pathways more transparent, accessible, and effective. The position is fully remote, open to candidates worldwide, and operates within a flat, collaborative, mission-driven culture.

Responsibilities

- Contribute expertise to open-source energy system modeling and planning projects that support decarbonization strategies - Analyze energy data, scenarios, and assumptions to inform transparent planning tools and decision frameworks - Collaborate across a globally distributed team that spans multiple countries, cultures, and time zones - Translate quantitative findings into accessible outputs for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners - Bring initiative and self-direction to future roles that align with the organization's mission

Requirements

- Demonstrated skills in energy system modeling, data analysis, or closely related quantitative disciplines - Genuine passion for advancing the global energy transition and sustainability outcomes - Strong self-management and ability to thrive in a fully remote, asynchronous work environment - Comfort collaborating across functions in a flat, non-hierarchical team structure - Adaptability, dedication, and a clear alignment with open, mission-driven work

Nice to have

- Prior experience working fully remote, ideally within internationally distributed teams - Background spanning both commercial and academic environments - Familiarity with open-source development practices and transparent modeling approaches - Cross-cultural collaboration experience across diverse regions and language groups

Benefits and work setup

- Fully remote position with a globally distributed team, primarily based in the EMEA region - Open to various contract types depending on candidate and project fit - Inclusive hiring with accommodations available during recruitment and onboarding - Proactive applications are reviewed and retained in a talent pool; candidates are only contacted when a matching role becomes available