Utility Planner III

Utility Planner III

Location : Duluth, MN

Application Close Date : 12 / 18 / 2025

Business Unit : Minnesota Power

Employment Type : ALLETE - Non-Union

FLSA Status : Exempt

Utility Planner III

$91,000-$114,000

Are you ready to bring your analytics, business case modeling experience, and strategic thinking to bear and grow a deep skill set across disciplines such as energy, economics, policy, contract management, and presenting on key initiatives? Join us at Minnesota Power and become a key player in utility planning, where your expertise will directly impact energy supply decisions, utility planning, and how Minnesota Power serves the energy needs for our region.

What You'll Do

• Plans, researches, and analyzes data to support the development of Minnesota Power's Short- and Long-Term power supply plans, transmission needs, regional energy need strategy and associated reports.
• Ensures the state and regional power industry rules, policy, and standards are incorporated into all Utility Planning activities.
• Uses financial and production cost models to analyze and assess information relating to investment prospects and strategies.
• Negotiates contracts and vets current / emerging processes to develop ideas and project tactics.
• Works internally with the Generation Operations, Transmission, Distribution, Customer Experience, Accounting, Energy Supply and Market Settlements and Pricing departments to gather and analyze relevant information in support of the Short and Long Term power supply, delivery and Load Forecast needs.
• Provides technical knowledge in the analysis, development and maintenance of ALLETE's short and long term Utility Planning activities including energy, load, transmission and capacity requirements.
• Provides Utility Planning and energy purchasing recommendations and input based on studies and analyses.

Why Choose Minnesota Power

This role enables you to shape the future of clean energy in northeast Minnesota with an industry leader committed to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy to our diverse mix of customers. You'll contribute to near- and long-term resource planning and drive stakeholder engagement through the full depth of your analysis, visualization, reporting, and communication skills. Given increasing demand for electricity in the region, emerging technologies such as energy storage, and Minnesota Power's project growing project portfolio, now is the time to join our utility planning team.

What You'll Bring

Bachelors degree required. Preferred majors include marketing, economics, finance, data or business analytics, business administration, engineering, or related field. A minimum of six years experience is required, which may include but is not limited to utility sourcing, project development, consulting, data accumulation, business case cost modeling and interpretation, and finance. This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and / or aptitude.

Preferred Skills & Experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain working relationships. Expert problem solving and analytical skills. Professional writing, presentation, and visualization skills. Production cost model experience (e.g., Encompass or similar tool). Project management experience.

Outstanding Quality of Life

Located on the scenic shores of Lake Superior, Duluth offers a unique combination of professional opportunity and outdoor adventure. Enjoy year-round access to hiking, skiing, and water sports, along with a lively downtown filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The city's vibrant community hosts a variety of events and activities for all ages, while the local food, arts, and craft brewery scenes provide something for everyone. Duluth is a welcoming place to live and build your career.

Our Impact

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is powering a sustainable future through major grid modernization and renewable energy projects. You'll join a company known for safety excellence and environmental leadership, working on infrastructure that serves 150,000 customers including major industrial operations. Our culture puts people first while driving innovation in clean energy.

Ready to support our mission to deliver reliable, safe, and innovative energy solutions to our customers? Apply today. The future of energy starts here.

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $91,000-$114,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and more.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position. External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com / careers.

This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.