Energy Innovation Program Lead - Hybrid

APS (Arizona Public Service); Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

APS is seeking an Energy Innovation Program Consultant to develop and manage the programmatic aspects of key Energy Innovation and Technology initiatives. You will oversee budgets, plan work, track success indicators, and coordinate internal communications and training to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires coordinating across multiple business units, leading major projects, and maintaining technical expertise while supporting regulatory and planning activities to maximize value for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, IT or related field with 8+ years in power/natural gas industry.
• Knowledge of emerging energy technologies (solar, energy storage, EVs, energy management).
• Experience developing business cases and leading cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead management and operations of the Flex Solutions program, including vendor coordination and budget oversight.
• Monitor performance, gather customer feedback, and implement process improvements.
• Provide program guidance to management, manage risks, and coordinate with multiple business units.
• Develop project work plans, secure approvals, and track milestones.
• Analyze trends and regulatory impacts to maximize program value.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders and communicate program status to leadership.
• Support regulatory and business planning activities and measure success indicators.
• Represent the company in forums and committees related to energy innovation.
• Extract value from technologies through concept testing and pilots.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder coordination

Budget oversight

Trend analysis

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, IT

High School/GED + 12 years experience

Master's degree

Job description

APS is seeking an Energy Innovation Program Consultant to develop and manage the programmatic aspects of key Energy Innovation and Technology initiatives. You will oversee budgets, plan work, track success indicators, and coordinate internal communications and training to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires coordinating across multiple business units, leading major projects, and maintaining technical expertise while supporting regulatory and planning activities to maximize value for