Integrated Grid Plan Strategist

Ameren Illinois Integrated Grid Plan Strategist

Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.

Our benefits include :

• Medical coverage on date of hire
• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave

About the position

The Integrated Grid Plan Strategist will support the Manager, Clean Energy Transition Grid Strategy, as part of the Clean Energy Transition team. This role is pivotal in supporting the development, stakeholder engagement, filing, defense, and implementation of the Integrated Grid Plan (IGP). The Strategist will work closely with various departments to ensure the successful execution of the Integrated Grid Plan and compliance with State and Federal laws.

Key responsibilities include :

Other locations within the Ameren Illinois Service Territory may be considered.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree from an accredited university is required; preferably in business, engineering, energy policy, economics, or a related discipline. An advanced degree, license, or certification (e.g., M.B.A., P.E., P.M.P.) is preferred. Seven years of relevant professional-level experience required, preferably in the utility or energy industry. Experience participating in regulatory docketed proceedings and / or workshops is preferred. Experience related to analysis, policy, and / or regulations related to electricity, energy efficiency, and / or decarbonization preferred. Must be able to clearly demonstrate strong leadership, ability to influence others, team building and organizational skills; excellent business acumen, decision-making, problem solving, and analytical skills.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate :

Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills are essential. The ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders is crucial.

Additional Information

Amerens selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Compensation Range : $108,400.00 - $168,000.00

At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.