Lead Analyst - Non Wires Alternatives

Avangrid; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 102,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Bonuses

401(k) match 12%

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO is seeking a Lead Analyst to support Non-Wires Alternatives (NWA) and Non-Transmission Alternatives (NTA) programs. The role requires coordinating resources, analyzing DER projects, and producing regulatory briefs for New York and Maine initiatives.

Based in Portland, ME, the position is in-office with opportunities for growth. Ideal candidates have strong analytical skills, DER/ISP familiarity, and experience with benefit-cost modeling and regulatory interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience preferred.
• Associates degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience required.
• Experience supporting the implementation of complex initiatives.
• Strong analytical focus with experience in benefit-cost modeling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NTA resources and payments; lead quarterly performance reviews and regulator communications.
• Perform Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) for NWA/NTA projects in NY and ME as needed.
• Support development of ISP and DER project screening methodologies and integration into planning analyses.
• Provide analytical and business case support to NWA and Distribution Planning groups.

Skills

Analytical skills

Benefit-cost modeling

DER planning

Regulatory liaison

Communication

Power systems analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Job description

## Lead Analyst - Non Wires AlternativesApplylocations: United States Of America, Maine, Portlandposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-32073Reports to: Manager - Non-Wires Alternative Location: **In Office**, Portland, METhe base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from:* $102,425 - $120,500**What We Offer:*** **Competitive benefits and growth opportunities*** **Generous performance‐based bonuses*** **12% 401(k) match*** **Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance*** **Tuition reimbursement*** **Professional development and clear career‐advancement pathways****For more information, please visit:** **Benefits - Avangrid****Job Summary**This position supports the development, analysis, maintenance, evaluation, measurement and verification of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) which are part of the Non Wires Alternatives (NWA) and Non Transmission Alternatives (NTA) programs in New York and in Maine. This position will work in both New York and Maine to support the success of existing and future utility programs and their resulting benefits.**Key Responsibilities*** Resource and Program Coordination + Ongoing oversight of NTA resources, including managing quarterly internal performance review meetings, management of resource payments, contributions to regulatory responses, and primary contact with NTA Coordinator and resources. + Resource analysis supporting future NTA projects. + Perform Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) for potential NWA and NTA projects in New York and in Maine as required. + Participate in development of New York BCA Handbook and incorporation of BCA and other screening methodologies into distribution system planning analyses. + Provide other analytical and business case support to NWA and Distribution Planning group to facilitate incorporation of DER projects within Integrated System Planning (ISP) model.* Provide ongoing support to NWA and ISP groups through: + Supporting NWA procurement activities + Supporting NWA Evaluation, Measurement and Verification (EM&V) requirements + May liaise with state and federal regulatory agencies on NWA and DER related matters. + May produce briefings and status reports on a regular basis for local and global Iberdrola executives and, as necessary, for regulatory agencies and other key stakeholders.**Required Qualifications*** Education & Experience Required: + Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience preferred. + Associates Degree with a minimum of 5 years relevant experience required. + Experience supporting the implementation of complex initiatives. + Strong analytical focus with specific experience in benefit cost modeling. + Demonstrated understanding of Distributed Energy Resource planning, performance measurement and verification, and system impact. + Demonstrated understanding of utility operations and positive customer interactions. + Ability to work within a matrix environment, including geographically dispersed teams.* Skills/Abilities: + Highly developed quantitative skills as demonstrated with complex modeling; preference given to previous benefit/cost modeling experience. + Experienced in the electric utility industry and knowledge of business operations. + Understanding of Distributed Energy Resource planning, performance measurement and verification, and system impact. + Must be an effective and positive communicator. + Demonstrated understanding of current distribution and/or transmission planning requirements, electrical engineering and Energy Control Center (ECC) operations, including ability to work across these functional areas preferred. + Strong and demonstrated understanding of power systems analysis preferred.**Preferred Qualifications*** Delivering for the Business: + Global view of the Business - Advanced + Achieving Results and Continuous Improvements - Competent + Initiative - Competent + Innovation & Creativity - Competent* Global Relationships: + Flexibility & Globalization - Competent + Customer Focus - Competent + Communicating & Influencing - Advanced + Team Work - Advanced* Managing People: + Team Management - Competent + Developing Others - Competent**Competencies*** Growth & Continuous Improvement* Initiative & Change* Focused on Results* Customer Centric (internal and/or external)* Communication* Collaboration* Leadership (people managers/leaders)#LI-Office, #LI-AV1**Company:**CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO**Mobility Information**Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at [e-mail] employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.