Jeffrey Craft
About Jeffrey Craft
Jeffrey Craft serves as the Manager of Data Analytics at Clearway Energy Group, where he has worked since 2020. He specializes in analyzing large data sets to identify performance drivers and manages a team focused on enhancing efficiency across a significant renewable energy fleet.
Work at Clearway Energy Group
Jeffrey Craft has been employed at Clearway Energy Group since 2020, currently holding the position of Manager, Data Analytics. In this role, he manages a team of Performance and Data Engineers, focusing on identifying underperformance and lost revenue opportunities across a 5GW wind and solar fleet. Prior to his current role, he served as a Performance Engineer and then as a Senior Performance Engineer at the same company, contributing to various data-driven initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Jeffrey Craft holds a Master's Degree in Atmospheric Science from North Carolina State University, which he completed in 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Meteorology and a Bachelor of Arts in Human Communication from Arizona State University. Additionally, he has a Minor in Applied Mathematics from Arizona State University. His educational background supports his expertise in data analytics and performance engineering.
Background in Data Analytics and Engineering
Jeffrey Craft has a diverse background in data analytics and engineering. He began his career as a Meteorologist Intern at NOAA and later worked as a Meteorologist/Energy Analyst at DNV GL. His experience includes roles as an Analytics Engineer and Performance Engineer at DNV GL and NRG Energy, respectively. This extensive experience has equipped him with skills in creating narratives from large data sets to identify key performance drivers.
Technical Skills and Methodologies
Jeffrey Craft is proficient in a variety of analytical tools, including R, SQL, Python, Spotfire, PowerBI, Matlab, WRF, Fortran, JIRA, Minitab, and C-shell. He has received extensive training in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, which are aimed at improving efficiency and business profitability. His technical skills enable him to effectively analyze data and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Teaching and Research Experience
Jeffrey Craft has held several teaching and research positions during his academic career. He served as a Teaching Assistant at both North Carolina State University and Arizona State University, where he contributed to the Department of Marine, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences and the Department of Physical Geography, respectively. Additionally, he worked as a Graduate Research Assistant at North Carolina State University, further enhancing his research capabilities.