Lead Analyst - Clean Energy Programs

Iberdrola•Orange, CT

22h•$106,000 - $132,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Analyst supports the development and execution of Avangrid Networks’ Energy Transition strategy across New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Maine. The role provides policy, regulatory, analytical, and project management leadership in support of electrification, long-term energy planning, grid modernization, demand-side resources, and emerging clean energy technologies. The position contributes to clean energy programs, regulatory initiatives, and strategic planning. It conducts policy research and analysis, supports regulatory filings and proceedings, develops strategic recommendations and executive communications, monitors industry and policy developments, and coordinates collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. The Lead Analyst helps implement Energy Transition initiatives and advance company and state clean energy goals and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Energy Management, Business, or a related field, and at least eight years of relevant work experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
Effective written communication skills, including preparation of reports and presentations.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and complex environment.
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.
Experience working in a matrixed organization across geographically dispersed teams.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Public Policy, Business Administration (MBA), Economics, Energy Management, or a related field.
Prior experience in a regulated electric and/or gas utility environment.
Knowledge of energy policy and regulatory frameworks in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and/or Maine.
Familiarity with utility industry trends, clean energy technologies, and decarbonization strategies.
Advanced organizational and process management skills.
Professional project management certification, such as PMP.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

Support development and execution of Avangrid Networks’ Energy Transition strategy, including electrification, grid modernization, demand-side resources, long-term energy planning, and emerging clean energy technologies.
Lead coordination of clean energy programs, pilots, and other Energy Transition efforts.
Contribute to regulatory filings, long-term plans, climate compliance activities, and related documentation with internal stakeholders.
Coordinate and support development of rate case testimony, and assist with managing, distributing, and responding to information requests during regulatory proceedings.
Facilitate integration of Energy Transition programs and initiatives into applicable business areas, ensuring effective handoff and operational ownership.
Foster cross-functional collaboration across jurisdictions, business areas, and Energy Transition priorities.
Collaborate with regulators, government agencies, industry organizations, municipalities, customers, and other external stakeholders to advance Energy Transition objectives.
Benchmark and research utility and industry best practices and identify opportunities to apply findings to strategy and program development.
Develop and maintain key performance indicators, scorecards, and reporting tools to track progress toward Energy Transition objectives and deliverables.
Prepare presentations, briefing materials, strategic analyses, and executive communications for leadership decision-making and stakeholder engagement.
Monitor and assess clean energy policy, regulatory, market, and technology developments, providing strategic analysis, actionable insights, and subject matter expertise.
Fulfill the assigned system emergency role when required.
May be assigned NERC Reliability Standards compliance responsibilities if applicable to the employee’s business area.