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Load Forecasting Jobs Near Me

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Economics, or a related field * 5+ years of experience in load forecasting, utility planning, energy modeling, capacity expansion planning or data ...

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Economics, or a related field * 5+ years of experience in load forecasting, utility planning, energy modeling, capacity expansion planning or data ...

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Economics, or a related field * 5+ years of experience in load forecasting, utility planning, energy modeling, capacity expansion planning or data ...

Extensive experience with load forecasting, generation resource and capacity planning, and scenario planning. * Experience in leading a complex department covering a multitude of market-facing, and ...

... forecasting, and long-term financial modeling • Work closely with cross-functional teams including market operations and load management • Opportunity to contribute to financial reporting and ...

Scheduling Engineer II

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$80K - $90K/yr

... loaded schedules to support labor and material forecasting and cash flow planning. - Maintain scheduling documentation and reporting tools to communicate project status to management and clients ...

Sr. Accountant

Columbus, OH · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

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Senior Data Engineer

Hilliard, OH · Hybrid

$100K - $136K/yr

... demand forecasting, and process optimization. Key Responsibilities Data Engineering & Platform Development * Design and build scalable ELT/ETL pipelines using cloud-native technologies (e.g ...

Senior Data Engineer

Hilliard, OH · On-site

$100K - $136K/yr

... demand forecasting, and process optimization. Key Responsibilities Data Engineering & Platform Development * Design and build scalable ELT/ETL pipelines using cloud-native technologies (e.g ...

Senior Data Engineer

Hilliard, OH · Hybrid

$100K - $136K/yr

... demand forecasting, and process optimization. Key Responsibilities Data Engineering & Platform Development * Design and build scalable ELT/ETL pipelines using cloud-native technologies (e.g ...

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Generation & Load Opt Lead

Generation & Load Opt Lead

NiSource Inc.

Columbus, OH • On-site

Other

Posted 5 days ago


NiSource rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 53 rated energy and utility


Job description

Job Summary
The Generation & Load Optimization Lead supports the development of long-term generation and resource planning strategies to meet the utility's large load portfolio requirements. This role focuses on data analysis, data and deal governance, modeling, and scenario planning to evaluate generation portfolio options focused on supporting large load opportunities.
Essential Functions
  • Provide bespoke deal support and analysis for individual large load customers, ensuring input and assumption consistency with respect to Integrated Resourcing Planning (IRP).
  • Distill ambiguity surrounding load and resource availability into future projections and analysis.
  • Analyze system capacity, reliability, and cost impacts under various load growth and resource availability scenarios.
  • Support studies and location decisions needed to assess the impact of new large load customers (e.g., data centers, industrial users) on the generation and transmission systems.
  • Collaborate with transmission and gas planning teams to ensure coordinated system development and cost analysis as it relates to location-centric planning.
  • Prepare technical reports, deal economics and presentations as it relates to the large load portfolio.
  • Analyze complex portfolio, customer, and system planning data and present key insights, risks, and recommendations to executive leadership to support informed decision-making.
  • Maintain accurate records of modeling assumptions, methodologies, and results at the individual deal and portfolio level.
  • Work closely with planning, engineering, regulatory, and customer development teams to align analysis with strategic goals.

  • Required Qualifications For Position
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Energy Systems, Economics, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in load forecasting, utility planning, energy modeling, capacity expansion planning or data analysis.
  • Knowledge of utility generation planning, IRP processes, and regulatory environments.
  • Strong analytical and modeling skills to evaluate generation, capacity, reliability, and cost scenarios.
  • Ability to support large load integration studies and locationbased system impact analysis.
  • Proficiency with energy and capacity expansion modeling tools (e.g., PLEXOS, Aurora or similar).
  • Skill in translating complex data and assumptions into clear reports, deal economics, and presentations.
  • Ability to collaborate crossfunctionally with planning, engineering, regulatory, and customer teams.
  • Proficient in SQL, R or python.
  • Knowledge of NIPSCO and Columbia Gas systems.

  • Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
  • Experience with large load integration studies or economic development support.

  • Physical Demands
  • Standing - Occasionally
  • Walking - Occasionally
  • Sitting - Constantly
  • Lifting - Rarely
  • Carrying - Rarely
  • Pushing - Rarely
  • Pulling - Rarely
  • Climbing - Rarely
  • Balancing - Rarely
  • Stooping - Rarely
  • Kneeling - Rarely
  • Crouching - Rarely
  • Crawling - Rarely
  • Reaching - Rarely
  • Handling - Occasionally
  • Grasping - Occasionally
  • Feeling - Rarely
  • Talking - Constantly
  • Hearing - Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions - Frequently
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

  • The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

    As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

    Work Authorization

    Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

    Workplace Connection
    Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

    Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

    Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

    Equal Employment Opportunity
    NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

    By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

    ADA Accommodations

    If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.comor 1-888-640-3320

    Safety Statement
    Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

    E-Verify

    NiSourceparticipates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below:

    • E-Verify Poster(English and Spanish) E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish
    • Right to Work Poster(English and Spanish) If you have the right to work, don't let anyone take it away

    Salary Range*:

    $113,500.00 - $170,300.00

    *The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.

    Posting Start Date:

    2026-07-22

    Posting End Date (if applicable):

    2026-08-03Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

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