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Demand Response Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

This role will serve as Meta's internal commercial and regulatory expert on issues of demand response, bring-your-own-capacity (BYOC) arrangements, and flexible interconnection, coordinating across ...

DSM programs include energy efficiency and demand response (load curtailment) programs and related projects. The scope of work for a DSM Analyst generally requires some collaboration with other DSM ...

Identify areas for process improvement within demand planning to enhance forecast accuracy, response time, and planning efficiencies. Requirements * Experience: 5+ years in demand planning ...

Manager, Energy & Utilities

Arcadia, CA · On-site +1

$110K - $160K/yr

Identify, enroll, and manage participation in utility incentive programs, rebates, demand response programs, and make ready initiatives. * Partner with the operations and site development teams on ...

Support coordination of emergency response and demand response programs, particularly for critical facilities * Ensure program requirements are understood and implemented across participating sites

Identify and initiate action in response to trends/issues. * Technology including: * Serve as subject matter expert for Oracle Planning Cloud Demand Planning Tool. * Partner with Unilever Prestige IT ...

Demand Planner

Long Beach, CA · On-site

$85K - $120K/yr

Update demand forecasts and supply plans in response to engineering change orders (ECOs), ensuring clear communication of revisions to internal and external stakeholders. * Enhance visibility of ...

Lead Demand Planner

Irvine, CA · Hybrid

$89K - $148K/yr

Own the end-to-end demand forecasting process, translating financial projections through SKU and ... response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding ...

Lead Demand Planner

Irvine, CA · On-site

$89K - $148K/yr

Own the end-to-end demand forecasting process, translating financial projections through SKU and ... response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding ...

Update demand forecasts and supply plans in response to engineering change orders (ECOs), ensuring clear communication of revisions to internal and external stakeholders. * Enhance visibility of ...

Monitor trends that impact demand forecast accuracy, develop and implement corrective action plans in response to significant variances to plan. * Forecast the revenue stream of products in the ...

Project Analyst

Santa Monica, CA · On-site

$75 - $95/hr

Optimize the Distributed Energy Resources dispatch strategy based on the customer's load profile, utility rates, and demand response programs. * Use and help develop Scale's proprietary microgrid ...

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Demand Response information

What is demand response?

A Demand Response job involves managing energy consumption by coordinating reductions in electricity use during peak demand periods. Professionals in this role work with utility companies, grid operators, and consumers to implement programs that enhance grid stability and efficiency. Responsibilities may include developing demand response strategies, analyzing energy usage data, and facilitating communication between stakeholders. This helps reduce strain on the power grid, lower energy costs, and support sustainability efforts.

What does demand response do?

Demand Response professionals are responsible for monitoring energy usage patterns, analyzing data to identify demand shifts, and implementing strategies that help balance energy supply and demand. On a typical day, you may coordinate with utility operators, customers, and facility managers to plan and execute demand response events, ensuring compliance with program guidelines. You’ll also review performance metrics, troubleshoot event issues, and prepare reports on program effectiveness. This role often requires a proactive approach to communication and problem-solving to ensure energy savings goals and grid reliability targets are met.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in demand response?

To excel in a Demand Response role, you need a solid understanding of energy management, grid operations, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in engineering, energy systems, or a related field. Familiarity with demand response management systems (DRMS), utility software platforms, and relevant certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager) are valuable. Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate effectively with utilities, building managers, and customers. These capabilities are crucial for optimizing energy usage, maintaining grid stability, and supporting sustainability initiatives in dynamic energy markets.

What job categories do people searching Demand Response jobs in California look for?

The top searched job categories for Demand Response jobs in California are:

Infographic showing various Demand Response job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Hybrid job distribution.

Software Engineer - Grid Services

Jobtailor

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Other

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities
  • Design and build software integrations with ISOs/RTOs, utilities, aggregators, and demand response platforms.
  • Develop optimization and control algorithms that determine when and how data center resources including compute workloads, on-site generation, and storage are dispatched in response to grid signals.
  • Build forecasting models for electricity demand, data center load, prices and grid conditions to support market participation and dispatch decisions.
  • Translate wholesale market and demand response program rules including capacity accreditation, baselines, measurement & verification (M&V), settlement, and compliance into operational software.
  • Build reliable data pipelines that ingest, validate, and process real-time operational and market data.
  • Own software services from design through deployment, monitoring, and long-term operation.
Requirements
  • 7+ years of software engineering experience building production systems in Python
  • Strong experience designing and operating reliable, distributed software systems where correctness and availability are critical
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure), containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines
  • Experience building data pipelines and working with large-scale operational datasets
  • Familiarity with SQL and modern data engineering practices
  • Experience in electric utilities, ISOs/RTOs, wholesale electricity markets, demand response, or adjacent energy systems
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative field
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