Sr Load Research Data and Systems Analyst

PNM; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

PNM in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Sr Load Research Data and Systems Analyst to plan and conduct research for interpreting economic relationships and solving complex problems within the utility context.

The role involves SAS analyses, load forecasting, program evaluation, and coordination with Regulatory Policy and Planning teams to support long-range plans and earnings guidance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with five to seven years related experience in economics, statistics, math or related field.
• Experience conducting load research, data analysis and reporting for utility operations.
• Strong analytical, communication and regulatory presentation skills.
• Proficiency with SAS programming and complex spreadsheets/DB software.

Responsibilities

• Disseminates substantial data regarding historical and projected electric demand and energy sales for the Company and customers.
• Performs load research activities including sample design, data acquisition, management and reporting; manages MV-90 and Lodestar releases.
• Identifies and recommends new software packages and techniques for Load Analysis.
• Conducts SAS analyses to support regulatory, rate design and senior management needs.
• Evaluates load and financial impacts of programs; reports to NM Public Regulation Commission.
• Directs studies, testifies, and supports load growth forecasts in regulatory proceedings in NM and TX.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Advanced project management

SAS analyses

Regulatory knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field

Tools

SAS

MV-90

Lodestar Load Analysis

Job description

Sr Load Research Data and Systems Analyst

Department: Strategic Marketing and Product Management

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sr Load Research Data and Systems Analyst

Salary Grade: G05
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$94,831- $128,022- $161,213

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, plans, designs, and conducts research to aid in interpretation of economic relationships and aid in the solution of problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Disseminates substantial data regarding historical and projected electric demand and energy sales for the Company and individual customers both internally and externally
• Performs load research activities, including sample design and selection; data acquisition, management and reporting; statistical analyses, modeling, and reporting of data and results; loading and maintenance of new MV-90 and Lodestar software releases
• Identifies, researches, and recommends new software packages and techniques for Load Analysis
• Performs extensive and complex SAS analyses on a sometimes tight timeframe in support of regulatory, rate design and senior management requirements
• Evaluates the load and financial impacts of marketing and demand side management programs for electric system integrated resource planning, and reports to the NM Public Regulation Commission
• Directs studies, testifies, and provides support on load growth forecasts and on load research and program evaluation issues in regulatory proceedings in both New Mexico and Texas
• Provides support to Regulatory Policy and Planning teams, Integrated Resource Planning, Accounting, and other departments as needed on load research, load forecast, economic, and program evaluation issues
• Provides load forecast and load research support to the CFO organization in the development of its Quarterly Earnings Guidance materials, Annual Operating Plans, Long Range Plans and Integrated Resource Plans
• Assists in the creation of long-run forecasts of electric sales, customers, peak demands, and revenues including extensive data collection and analysis, statistical model building, and documentation
• Provides load and economic analyses for various departments in the Company, as needed

COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of standard and generally accepted theories and practices in utility economics, forecasting, load research techniques, and statistical analyses
• Ability to recognize business-planning activities directly or indirectly concerned with load forecasting, load research or program evaluation issues and to participate in those activities where appropriate
• Ability to employ creative problem solving techniques covering a wide variety of topics both in and out of the immediate areas of responsibility
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of business and regulatory practices
• Broad knowledge of the regulated electric utility industry, including the environment, operations, systems, and data
• Requires advanced project management skills
• In-depth knowledge of computers and complex database and application software systems and of the databases created by these systems
• Knowledge of electric databases containing customer billing determinants
• Highly motivated team player with strong leadership skills, including the ability to focus the activities of a team to meet established objectives
• Ability to manage, plan, and organize several concurrent complex activities under severe time constraints
• Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups
• Requires strong interpersonal skills often in high-pressure situations, as well as advanced listening, observation, analytical and organizational skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor¿s degree from four-year college or university in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field with five to seven years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages
• Ability to apply basic concepts of mathematics and statistics in the development of spreadsheet applications

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Working knowledge of the Windows Operating System and related software; strong knowledge with spreadsheet software
• Specialized knowledge and training is required in the SAS programming language, complex spreadsheets, and data presentation through word processing and presentation relateddocuments
• Knowledge of the operational capabilities of the MV-90 translation computer software and hardware, and of Lodestar Load Analysis software
• Project management abilities related to the maintenance and upgrade of the various software systems utilized for load research as well as the interfaces to other company databases, servers and applications. Must be able to coordinate with multiple IT departments

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY

• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit up to 2/3 of the time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office environment.

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.