Resource Planning Analyst – Sr – Principal

Job Posting End Date

07-09-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

NOTE: This is an Onsite position reporting to either Columbus, OH or Tulsa,OK location. Relocation will be offered for this role.

This position is considered an expert in this area within the organization and will initiate, direct and complete power generation resource planning activities including the preparation of inputs to, and the analysis of outputs from, detailed production cost and resource optimization models and associated analyses for existing and new generation resources, energy efficiency alternatives, fuel and purchased power projections used to support Integrated Resource Planning (IRP) filings, Request for Proposals (RFP), corporate strategy, and other regulatory filings.

Manage the preparation of Integrated Resource Plans by obtaining plan content from contributors outside of the Resource Planning organization and developing model input. Evaluate power supply alternatives and present findings to higher levels of management. Design and perform other modeling related studies and analyses. Develop testimony and support witnesses in regulatory proceedings.

Participate in meetings with outside stakeholders when required by state specific rules in developing operating company resource plans.

Job Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Initiate and direct complex generation resource planning studies and analyses.
• Complete power generation resource optimization and production cost modeling simulation studies for IRPs, RFPs, corporate strategy, and other purposes.
• Possess an expert knowledge of modeling resources and techniques to be used in completing resource planning analyses and to implement process improvements.

- Possess an expert knowledge of Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) rules, policies and procedures and ensure modeling efforts incorporate and reflect those requirements.

- Possess an expert knowledge of various generation supply and demand side alternatives utilized in resource planning analyses, including modeling energy efficiency, demand response, and intermittent resources (renewables) for production costing and resource planning purposes.

• Develop, prepare, guide and approve reports and analyses in support of regulatory reporting requirements, including Integrated Resource Plans and interrogatory responses.
• Collaborate with Resource Planning key stakeholders, including state regulatory staff personnel, to address Integrated Resource Planning issues or concerns.
• Communicate complex resource planning concepts, data and analyses to internal and external stakeholder groups as a part of the resource plan development process.
• Participate as an AEP resource planning expert in RTO or reliability council working groups or tasks forces.
• Develop methodologies for measuring or analyzing portfolio related risks (stochastics) and be able to apply and document risk analyses for resource planning purposes.
• Develop and assist in report automation using the outputs of such models to meet specific company needs
• . Develop testimony and support witnesses in regulatory proceedings.
• Develop professional working relationships with Operating Company staffs and AEPSC departments that are interacted with on a regular basis including Regulatory Services, Commercial Operations; Fuel, Emissions & Logistics; Engineering; Financial Forecasting; Finance; Environmental Services; and Strategic Policy Analysis.
• Develop a working relationship with software technical support personnel to resolve modeling issues and make recommendations to enhance modeling performance.
• Research and manage industry issues/developments that may impact resource planning or production costing studies and analyses.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Resource Planning Analyst Sr (Grade-7)

Salary Range ($85,081 - $106,354)

Education: Bachelor's degree in an analytical field such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, or business (e.g. accounting, finance, economics), or a Bachelor?s degree in a non-analytical field with two years of analytical experience.

Experience: Three years as a Resource Planning Analyst or six years of related resource planning experience (in addition to the experience identified above), specifically in generating plant operations or construction, renewable energy, energy efficiency, commercial operations, RTO operations, or transmission engineering/operations.

An advanced degree in an analytical field such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, or business (e.g. accounting, finance, economics) will be considered to be 2 years of relevant work experience.

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Resource Planning Analyst Prin (Grade-8)

Salary Range ($96,110 -$124,940)

​Education:

Bachelor's degree in an analytical field such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, or business (e.g. accounting, finance, economics), or a Bachelor's degree in a non-analytical field with two years of analytical experience.

Experience:

• Three years as a Resource Planning Analyst Sr or nine years of related resource planning experience (in addition to the experience identified above), specifically in generating plant operations or construction, renewable energy, energy efficiency, commercial operations, RTO operations, or transmission engineering/operations.
• An advanced degree in an analytical field such as engineering, mathematics, computer science, or business (e.g. accounting, finance, economics) will be considered to be 2 years of relevant experience.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive Total Rewards including: discretionary annual incentive, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.

WHO WE ARE

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

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Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$85,081.00-106,352.50 USD

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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