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NiSource

Utility company delivering gas and electricity

Integrated Systems Planning Analyst - Transmission

Power Systems EngineeringUpdated on Nov 11
Full-time$82.2k - $123.2k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology is required.
  • At least 3 years of job-relevant electric utility experience is required.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of transmission system planning concepts, including developing key assumptions, data inputs, and scenario analysis.
  • Apply outputs from transmission planning tools such as PSS®E and PowerGEM TARA to inform asset planning decisions and system investment strategies.
  • Translate complex technical data into actionable insights using strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders through written documentation, presentations, and discussions.
  • Apply foundational project management principles to support planning studies, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

  • Model ambiguity related to critical location-centric assumptions and inputs within the Transmission domain.
  • Interface with the Transmission organization to determine guardrails for location-centric transmission planning and deployment throughput.
  • Quantify the impacts of risks and issues on scale, schedule, and cost for transmission planning scenarios within the integrated system planning ecosystem.
  • Integrate Transmission insights into broader company-wide planning deliverables.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks effectively, and manage competing deadlines.
  • Support emergency response efforts when needed, which may involve working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside typical responsibilities.
  • Follow safety requirements, report hazards, and help maintain a safe environment for oneself and coworkers.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the electric utility industry.
  • Professional Engineer licensure upon hire.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI upon hire.

About the Company

NiSource

Utility company delivering gas and electricity

NiSource provides natural gas and electric services to about 4 million customers through its utility subsidiaries, Columbia Gas and NIPSCO, across six states. Its main business is delivering energy safely and reliably through local utility networks, managing and maintaining gas pipelines and electric grids, and serving customers with affordable energy. The company differentiates itself by owning and operating essential energy infrastructure and committing to long‑term, steady investments in safety and reliability (about $1.4 billion per year) to meet customer needs for the next 100 years. NiSource also emphasizes community involvement and a large local workforce. The goal is to keep energy safe, dependable, and affordable while expanding and upgrading the energy system to serve customers for the long term.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Merrillville, IN
Founded
1912

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