Nirmalya Chanda
About Nirmalya Chanda
Nirmalya Chanda is a Senior Power Analyst with extensive experience in energy modeling and data analysis. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology and an MBA from Boston University.
Work at BioUrja Group
Nirmalya Chanda serves as a Senior Power Analyst at BioUrja Trading LLC, a position he has held since 2019. His role involves analyzing power markets and contributing to energy modeling efforts. Based in Houston, Texas, he utilizes his extensive background in electrical engineering and data analysis to support the company's objectives in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Nirmalya Chanda earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Marketing and Engineering from Boston University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in energy modeling and data decision analysis.
Background in Energy Sector
Nirmalya Chanda has a diverse background in the energy sector, beginning his career as an Electrical Maintenance Manager at Vedanta Resources Plc in London for seven months in 2009. He then worked as an Electrical Engineer at Steel Authority of India Limited from 2010 to 2015. His experience also includes a role as an Analyst at ICF International from 2017 to 2019 in Fairfax, Virginia, and a Consultant Analyst position at the Environmental Defense Fund in 2016.
Technical Skills and Certifications
Nirmalya Chanda possesses advanced technical skills in energy modeling, utilizing tools such as eQUEST, MotorMaster+, EPA Portfolio Manager, and PROMOD. He is proficient in data decision analysis with expertise in MS-Excel VBA Programming, R, Python, Open Refine, and Tableau. Additionally, he holds a Green Belt Six Sigma certification, demonstrating his capability in implementing the DMAIC process and Kaizen Leadership.
Statistical Analysis Expertise
Nirmalya Chanda has specialized knowledge in statistical analysis, particularly in Markov Chains and Stochastic Demand Modelling. His analytical skills enhance his ability to interpret complex data sets and contribute to informed decision-making in the energy sector.