NiSource

Director Generation Planning

NiSource$160K — $240K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Finance, or a related field
  • 10+ years experience in the electric utility, gas utility, or related industry
  • Extensive experience with load forecasting, generation resource and capacity planning
  • Experience in leading a complex department with regulatory processes
  • Financially competent in general accounting and energy cost analysis
  • Outstanding understanding of regulatory processes and energy markets
  • Proven track record in delivering robust analytical planning deliverables

Responsibilities

  • Oversee long-term demand and generation capacity planning activities
  • Supervise department personnel and manage the O&M budget
  • Mentor and coach direct reports for ongoing development
  • Integrate generation resource planning with larger system planning
  • Provide regulatory testimony and support filings for load and energy needs
  • Coordinate forecast testimony for energy market involvement
  • Respond to data requests for audits and regulatory proceedings

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training
  • Supportive work environment fostering diversity and inclusion
  • Work-life balance with flexible hours and potential remote work options
  • Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs
  • Employee assistance programs for personal and professional challenges
Full Job Description
Job Summary
The Director Generation Planning will define, own and deliver the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) as well as support large load portfolio modeling. The Director will also provide any regulatory support to meet the needs of all stakeholders within NiSource/NIPSCO. The Director will be responsible for overseeing the technical end-to-end modelling and creation of the long-term demand and supply plans for the company ensuring all deliverables meet internal and regulatory needs and timelines. The Director will also represent and own the generation planning pillar within the larger integrated system planning ecosystem. The resource planning team provide long term demand and supply signals as well as additional market and technical support to departments including Transmission, Gas Planning, Regulatory, Regulatory Policy, Financial Planning, Accounting, Risk, Environmental, Tax, Legal, etc. as well as ad hoc requests by any other department.

Essential Functions
  • Oversee all long-term demand and generation capacity planning activities as it relatest to integrated resource planning (IRP) as well as large load deal and portfolio analytics.
  • Supervise department personnel, manage the O&M budget and communicate applicable impacts to corporate O&M/CAPEX.
  • Mentor, coach, and provide training to direct reports to ensure on-going development of the department.
  • Partner with Finance, Transmission and Gas Planning to creatively integrate generation resource planning into the larger integrated system planning ecosystem.
  • Provide and support required testimony in CPCN, IURC, or other filings to support load and energy supply needs.
  • Provide and coordinate testimony and forecasts as required to support NiSource/NIPSCO's involvement in the broader energy markets (e.g. FAC, GCA, RA, RTO, etc. - cost recovery trackers).
  • Respond to Data Requests as required pursuant to audits, regulatory proceedings, or government investigations; participate in internal and external audits as required.


  • Required Qualifications For Position
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Finance or a related field
  • 10+ years experience in the electric utility, gas utility or a related industry.
  • 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 regulatory-based processes.
  • Ability to perform duties effectively under normal, emergency, and contingency situations.
  • Knowledge of regulatory processes, rates, tariffs, State and Federal regulations, and gas operations.
  • Financially competent in the areas of general accounting, levelized cost of energy, net present value analysis.
  • Knowledge of rates, tariffs, cost allocation, and billing functions.
  • Possess an outstanding understanding of regulatory processes, bulk power generation, wholesale power markets, and renewable/thermal generation operating characteristics.
  • Working understanding of customer & market trends, capacity deal structures (self-build Vs purchase power agreements),
  • Track record of delivery robust analytical planning deliverables from data collection, modelling and scenario planning in wide and diverse stakeholder environment.


  • Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
  • Master's Degree in Economics, Data Science or a related field

  • 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.

    Salary Range*:
    $160,100.00 - $240,100.00

    *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:
    2026-06-03

    Posting End Date (if applicable):
    2026-06-17Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

    About NiSource

    NiSource is a Fortune 500 company engaged in natural gas transmission, storage and distribution, as well as electric generation, transmission and distribution. NiSource is dedicated to providing customers with safe, reliable and affordable energy. Headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana, NiSource operates in seven states.
    Learn more about NiSource
    Size
    7,272 employees
    Market Cap
    $11.2 billion
    Industry
    Net Income
    -$17.6 million
    Founded
    1912
    5 Year Trend
    +0.1%
    Revenue
    $4.6 billion
    NASDAQ

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