Transmission Cost Modeling Analyst: Shape Grid's Future

Xcel Energy Services Inc

Minneapolis (MN)

On-site

USD 98,000 - 139,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Xcel Energy Services Inc. is seeking a Transmission Production Cost Modeling Analyst to shape the future of our electric power system.

You will prepare and direct economic transmission planning using PROMOD and other tools to support regulatory filings and budgeting requirements. In this role you will assist with energy market forecasts, contribute to direct testimony, and respond to regulatory information requests.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
5+ years of experience analyzing transmission systems; 3 years in wholesale energy markets using financial tools/production simulation software.
Advanced quantitative analysis skills and extensive knowledge of required systems and software.

Responsibilities

Assist in development of energy market forecasts for electric transmission development to support long range plans and regulatory filings.
Support development of direct testimony for regulatory proceedings.
Provide responses to regulatory agencies information requests pertaining to wholesale energy market plans and modeling of the transmission system.
Direct independent analyses to respond to or support regulatory review of the transmission system.
Support production cost inputs into transmission modeling for electric system planning purposes.
Produce electric system production cost uploads needed within Integrated System Planning.
Prepare forecasts of off-system impacts to congestion and curtailment.
Perform analyses to independently evaluate activities of operating companies from a Risk Management perspective.