Electrification Strategy Associate III

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

customer to grid solutions strategy with a focus on electrification, such as electric vehicles and home appliances, and innovative load management programs. This role will support market transformation activities including conducting market research, developing technology adoption forecasts, assisting with grid impacts analysis, conducting research and developing new customer solutions, including innovative rate structures, and assisting with advancing strategic relationships with internal and external leaders. This role will also support the Company’s electrification solution outreach activities on a limited basis, including customer and stakeholder research and pursuing funding opportunities.

Location: Hybrid (see below), downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with regular travel throughout DLC territory

• Support development of DLC’s electrification and load management strategy with an emphasis on the building and transportation market segments.
• Assist with the development of compelling strategy analyses and plans, business cases, and regulatory proceeding proposals.
• Conduct market research and assessments, policy analysis, technology adoption forecasting, load impact analyses, cost-effectiveness assessments, program development and planning, evaluation analysis, and other related work.
• Support the creation of high-quality, complex analysis, reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal business partners to assist with developing a legislative and regulatory strategy that aligns with business objectives.
• Prepare presentations and represent the Company at meetings and events.
• Lead on-going tracking of program performance, KPIs, and preparing regulatory reporting and identify continuous improvement opportunities across the electrification solutions product portfolio.
• Facilitate documentation of data management, governance and quality procedures, methods, and techniques and provide control and oversight for related Data Governance and Quality enterprise-wide processes within the Electrification Solutions business area.
• Support customer and stakeholder research and segmentation activities, outreach plan development and educational content and tools creation and delivery.
• Assist with development of strong strategic relationships with customers, industry associations, and other key stakeholders to promote the company’s interests and objectives.
• Represents the Company at relevant stakeholder and industry meetings and events.
• Support electrification market facilitation efforts including trade ally development, workforce training, and funding opportunities.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business needs.
  
  

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, public policy, sustainability, or related field
• Three (3 ) or more years of relevant experience is required.
• Experience with quantitative analysis, electrification or emerging technologies, utilities, energy policy, and/or conducting modeling is highly desired.
  
  

Skills

• Ability to synthesize and clearly communicate complex technical topics and analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Energy and enthusiasm for creating innovative, sustainable change in the Pittsburgh region.
• Ability to adapt and thrive to support rapidly changing business needs.
• Excellent attention to detail, intuitive, creative, self-motivated, and organized.
• Quantitative aptitude. Excel, PowerBI, R and/or Python experience or familiarity preferred.
  
  

Why you'll love working here: We live by our values!

• We are safe above all else. We must keep ourselves, each other, our customers and communities safe.
• We are guided by our commitment to integrity and never compromising on ethics.
• We are dependable, collaborative and steady; we are a trusted partner to all.
• We believe in equity and equal access to work, resources and opportunities are critical elements of a clean energy future for all.
• We are ingrained in our community; we work where we live and are committed to serving our vibrant, diverse communities.
  
  

Scope

Primary focus is on daily deliverables, outputs, and reporting. Typically accountable for managing one’s own time and workflow. Responsible for using prescribed guidelines to analyze solutions and solve problems. Work activities are typically moderate to complex in nature, requiring the incumbent to draw on previous knowledge to perform role. Continues to build knowledge base but has a solid foundation to act independently the majority of the time. Still draws on experts and managers when needed but less frequently.

Decision Impact

Problems and issues faced are vague. Draws on past experience on a regular basis. Accountable for direct level of reasoning and decision making.

Hybrid Work

Position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs.

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary across the Company.  Examples of storm roles could include but aren't limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc. 

Data Governance

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

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