Lead Analyst - Non Wires Alternatives

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Central Maine Power Co., part of Avangrid, seeks a Lead Analyst to support DER/NWA planning in Maine. The role focuses on analysis, evaluation, and verification of distributed energy resources within NWA/NTA programs, coordinating with regulators and external partners.

The position requires a strong analytical background, experience with benefit-cost modeling, and a collaborative approach to working within matrix teams. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree with 3+ years relevant experience preferred.
• Associates Degree with 5+ years relevant experience required.
• Experience supporting complex initiatives.
• Strong analytical focus with benefit-cost modeling experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee NTA resources and quarterly internal performance reviews.
• Perform Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) for NWA/NTA projects in Maine.
• Liaise with NWA Coordinator, OPA and Efficiency Maine Trust.
• Support ISP/DER project integration into planning analyses.
• Produce briefings and status reports for executives and regulators.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Benefit-cost modeling

DER planning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Associate's Degree

Job description

## Lead Analyst - Non Wires AlternativesSolicitarlocations: Estados Unidos, Maine, Portlandposted on: Publicado ayerjob 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 Maine.**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 Maine as required. + Act as liaison with third parties such as the Non Wires Alternatives Coordinator, OPA and Efficiency Maine Trust. + Participate in development of Maine 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.**Competencies*** 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#LI-Office, #LI-AV1**Company:**CENTRAL MAINE POWER CO**Información Movilidad** Tenga en cuenta que cualquier solicitante que no sea ciudadano del país de la vacante estará sujeto al cumplimiento de los requisitos de inmigración aplicables para trabajar legalmente en ese país. 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Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Through its power generation business, Avangrid owns and operates more than 75 energy generation facilities across the United States producing 10.5 GW of power for over 3.1 million customers. Avangrid employs approximately 8,000 people and has been recognized by JUST Capital as one of the JUST 100 companies – a ranking of America’s best corporate citizens – in 2025 for the fifth consecutive year. The company was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2025 for the seventh consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit www.avangrid.com.