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Lead Analyst, Resource Planning

AES Corporation

US, Indianapolis, IN

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Analysis Skills, Asset Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Modeling, Cross-Functional, Custodial Services, Diversity, Economic Analysis, Economics, Electricity, Emerging Technology, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Economics, Finance, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Fortune 500 Customers, Leadership, Market Analysis, Market Trend Analysis, Mentoring, Network Operations Center, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Costing, Productivity Model, Regulations, Regulatory Submissions, Risk Analysis, Sales, Stochastic Analysis, Sustainability, System Operations, Technical Leadership, Thought Leadership
LOCATION
US, Indianapolis, IN
POSTED
20 days ago
Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas. AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization. If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation. Key Responsibilities: Lead production cost modeling and scenario analysis using tools such as Encompass to support major regulatory filings, including IRP, CPCN, FAC, and other proceedings Oversee and guide capacity expansion modeling, stochastic risk analysis, and long-term resource planning efforts Translate complex modeling outputs into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership and external stakeholders Serve as a primary interface with cross-functional partners (Commercial Operations, FP&A, Environmental Compliance, Asset Management) to align resource planning assumptions and strategies Provide thought leadership on market trends, regulatory developments, and emerging resource technologies that impact planning assumptions and methodologies Monitor and interpret developments within Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) markets and assess implications on AES Indiana’s resource strategy Drive continuous improvement of modeling methodologies, tools, and reporting processes to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and transparency Oversee the development, governance, and communication of key reports, including the Daily Position Report and other critical planning outputs Support regulatory strategy by contributing to testimony development, discovery responses, and stakeholder engagement Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior analysts, fostering analytical rigor and consistency across the team Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, finance, or other quantitative field required (advanced degree preferred) Significant experience in energy markets, resource planning, or utility analytics Deep expertise in production cost modeling, capacity expansion modeling, and economic analysis Strong understanding of regulatory constructs and processes (e.g., IRP, CPCN, FAC) Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into strategic insights Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior leadership and external stakeholders, including regulators Experience with Encompass, Aurora and Plexos or similar production cost modeling tools strongly preferred AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization. Accelerating the future of energy, together Our people are our energy and have transformed AES into the type of energy company that the world needs today and in the future. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by advancing the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. We are working in an industry that requires new thinking and ways of working together to create solutions that are both economically and environmentally viable, not just one or the other. We are looking for passionate people to join us in our mission to accelerate the future of energy. Are you ready to join us? www.aes.com/careers

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