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Utility Planner II

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Duluth, MN · HybridJob$72–89K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Compensation
$72–89K/yr
Location
Duluth, MNHybrid
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree, required

Job overview

The Utility Planner II supports Minnesota Power’s short- and long-term resource planning, load forecasting, transmission assessments, and power supply strategies. The role uses data analysis, modeling, and technical evaluation to inform planning decisions and energy purchasing. It collaborates across business functions and incorporates regulations, market rules, and reliability standards into planning processes. A bachelor’s degree and at least four years of related work experience are required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data Analysis, nice to haveModeling, nice to haveTechnical Evaluation, nice to haveAnalytical Skills, nice to haveProblem-Solving, nice to haveCommunication, nice to haveAI-Enabled Evaluation, nice to haveUtility Sourcing, nice to haveProject Development, nice to haveConsulting, nice to haveData Interpretation, nice to haveFinance, nice to have

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree, required4+ Years Related Work Experience, required

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Utility Planner II

Location Duluth, MN

Application Close Date 12/8/2026

Business Unit Minnesota Power

Apply Now (https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg04/ats/careers/v2/applyRequisition?org=ALLETE&cws=43&rid=6066)

Employment Type:

ALLETE - Non-Union

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Utility Planner II $72,000 - $89,000 | Hybrid with in person reporting to Duluth, MN

Use Data. Leverage AI. Shape the Energy Future. Help guide critical resource, transmission, and power supply planning decisions that support Minnesota Power's long-term strategy and the transition to an evolving energy landscape.

What you'll do

  • Support the development of short- and long-term utility resource plans, load forecasts, transmission assessments, and power supply strategies through data analysis, modeling, and technical evaluation.

  • Analyze energy, capacity, transmission, and load requirements while assisting with regulatory filings, planning studies, and reports that support Minnesota Power’s strategic objectives.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Generation Operations, Transmission, Distribution, Customer Experience, Accounting, Energy Supply, and Market Settlements to gather, validate, and interpret critical planning data.

  • Monitor and incorporate state, regional, and industry regulations, policies, market rules, and reliability standards into utility planning processes and recommendations.

  • Apply strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and AI-enabled evaluation skills to develop planning insights, support energy purchasing decisions, and drive informed business outcomes.

What you'll bring

  • Bachelor's degree.

  • A minimum of four years of related work experience.

How to stand out

  • Educational background in Marketing, Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

  • Related experience in utility sourcing, project development, consulting, data accumulation and interpretation, and finance.

About us

Minnesota Power, an ALLETE company, is an electric utility headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota. We provide electricity in a 26,000-square-mile service area in northeastern Minnesota to 150,000 customers, including 14 municipal systems and some of the nation’s largest industrial customers. Minnesota Power is committed to a sustainable future for the climate, our customers and our communities while delivering safe and reliable energy. We play a unique and significant role in ALLETE’s sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.

The expected annual compensation range for this position is $72,000 - $89,000. 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:

  • Incentive Program

  • Retirement Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plan

  • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits

  • Paid Time Off

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Professional Development Opportunities

  • Community Engagement, and more.

This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.

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 based on business need without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other status otherwise protected by law. 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 218-723-3921. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled

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