Model critical location-centric assumptions within the Transmission domain
Interface with Transmission organization to establish planning guardrails
Quantify impacts of risks and issues on transmission planning scenarios
Integrate Transmission insights into company-wide planning deliverables
Work independently while prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a critical public utility sector
Engagement in emergency response efforts during critical times
Potential for professional development and certifications
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
Exposure to advanced transmission planning tools and methodologies
Full Job Description
Job Summary The Integrated System Planning (ISP) Analyst Transmission will be responsible for managing location centric integrated resource planning within the transmission domain. The analyst will work with Transmission planning, construction and finance organizations to ensure planning assumptions and related outputs are well governed, accurate and meet the needs of the broader integrated system planning ecosystem.
Essential Functions
Model through ambiguity as it relates to critical location-centric assumptions and inputs within the Transmission domain.
Interface with Transmission organization to determine guardrails as it relates to location centric transmission planning and deployment throughput.
Quantifies impacts of risks and issues to scale, schedule, and cost as it relates to transmission planning scenarios within the integrated system planning ecosystem.
Integrates Transmission insights into broader company wide planning deliverables.
Works independently with minimal supervision while effectively prioritizing tasks and managing competing deadlines.
Required Qualifications For Position
Bachelor's Degree Engineering or Engineering Technology.
3+ years of job relevant electric utility experience.
Demonstrates strong knowledge of transmission system planning concepts, including development of key assumptions, data inputs, and scenario analysis.
Applies output from transmission planning tools (e.g., PSS®E, PowerGEM TARA) to inform asset planning decisions and system investment strategies.
Exhibits strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical data into actionable insights.
Communicates effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders through clear written documentation, presentations, and discussions.
Applies foundational project management principles to support planning studies, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination.
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Experience in the electric utility industry.
Professional Engineer Licensure Upon Hire
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire
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 provides essential services to customers 24/7. Emergency needs can arise at various times throughout the year, including during storm season. Employees may be required to support emergency response efforts, which could include working outside normal hours or assisting with tasks outside of typical responsibilities.
Work Authorization
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Salary Range*: $82,200.00 - $123,200.00
*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: 2026-10-27
Posting End Date (if applicable): 2026-11-09Please 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.
