BRL-OPS-04 · O&M & Asset Management

Forecasting & Scheduling Analyst

Exchanges & Markets Pune / Hybrid · Hybrid 0–3 years · Entry

Prepare the day-ahead and intra-day generation forecasts and schedules for BARREL's solar, wind and storage plants, block by block. Accurate schedules cut deviation charges and give the trading desk the confidence to sell power on the exchanges.

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Scope of work

Prepare day-ahead and intra-day forecasts for each plant in 15-minute time blocks.
Submit schedules and revisions to the SLDC or RLDC within the permitted revision windows.
Track actual generation against schedule and explain deviations.
Compute deviation settlement charges and reconcile them with the load despatch centre accounts.
Coordinate with plant managers on outages, curtailment and available capacity.
Share forecasts with the trading desk for exchange bids and bilateral sales.
Improve forecast models with weather data and plant history.
Maintain the scheduling workflow and logs in BARREL OS.

Technical description

Scheduling and despatch under the IEGC 2023 and the state grid codes.
Deviation settlement under the CERC DSM Regulations 2024 and the state forecasting and scheduling regulations.
Use of numerical weather prediction data and satellite irradiance for solar and wind forecasting.
Statistical and machine learning forecasting in Python (pandas, scikit-learn) or R.
Working with Qualified Coordinating Agencies and REMC interfaces where they apply.
Accuracy metrics such as MAPE and the regulator-defined error measures.

Commercial description

Reduce deviation charges as a share of plant revenue.
Support the trading desk to capture better prices with reliable forecasts.
Meet every schedule submission deadline without exception.
Report forecast accuracy and DSM cost monthly.

Skills required

Strong numerical and statistical skills.
Python or R for data analysis.
Advanced Excel.
Understanding of the Indian scheduling and DSM framework.
Interpreting weather forecasts.
Careful, deadline-driven working.
Clear communication with control rooms.
Willingness to work early-morning and weekend rotations.

Talent we look for

You enjoy getting a number right more than getting it fast.
You stay disciplined about deadlines every single day.
You learn from each forecast miss.
You work well with traders and engineers alike.

Qualifications

B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, or a degree in statistics, data science, mathematics or atmospheric science.
Coursework or projects in forecasting, time series or power systems.
Prior internship with a load despatch centre, QCA or renewable developer is an advantage.

At a glance

Role code: BRL-OPS-04
Business vertical: Exchanges & Markets
Function: O&M & Asset Management
Level: Entry
Experience: 0–3 years
Location: Pune / Hybrid
Work mode: Hybrid
Employment: Full-time
Openings: 3

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What BARREL offers

Industry-best package. Pay benchmarked against the leading power, infrastructure and technology employers, reviewed every year, with health cover for you and your family.
Work freedom. Own your outcomes, not your hours. Hybrid and remote work where the role allows, and the authority to decide within your scope without layers of approval.
Performance incentive & bonus. Quarterly performance incentives and an annual bonus tied to clear, measurable goals for you, your team and the company.
Project-wise stock sharing. Share in the value you build: eligible people receive a stake in the projects they deliver, under the company's equity plan.
A seat at the table. Outstanding performers can be invited to a Board committee or the Board itself. Senior roles marked “Board track” are built for it.
Learning without limits. Certifications, conferences and international technology exposure paid by BARREL, and moves across generation, storage, grid, digital and markets.

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