This position is part of the EDF Office of Energy Dominance Financing, Department of Energy. As an Economist, you will evaluate large-scale energy financing transactions by developing complex financial and economic models, conducting credit-risk and downside scenario analyses, and ensuring compliance with federal credit policies to protect the government's financial interests.
The Office of Energy Dominance Financing is committed to financing American energy and manufacturing projects that meaningfully contribute to U.S. energy security, grid reliability, and lowering costs for all Americans. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S.
We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As an Economist, you will: Create and test complex economic and financial models to see if projects can reliably repay their debt under different market and stress conditions.
Analyze multi-billion-dollar project-finance and corporate-finance structures to evaluate economic risk and recommend protective financing terms. Recommend loan terms, conditions, and risk-mitigation measures to safeguard government investments. Verify that transactions meet federal lending laws, Treasury rules, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) credit regulations.
Prepare clear written reports and brief senior officials and interagency partners on transaction risks, findings, and recommendations. Apply advanced analytical techniques and software to improve due diligence, risk analysis, and portfolio monitoring.
This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.
The posted pay range is $121785 – $187093/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-26.
There are 2 openings for this position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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