Regulatory Consultant – Principal, Electric Utility

American Electric Power

. Develop and support direct and rebuttal testimony .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeFort Wayne • United StatesLead💰 $98,993 - $128,689 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in regulatory matters, analytical problem solving, and effective communication to support strategic initiatives and regulatory compliance. Proficient in utilizing analytical tools and managing data to provide actionable recommendations and facilitate cross-functional collaboration.

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Regulatory Compliance ExpertiseAnalytical Problem SolvingProficient Oral and Written CommunicationData Management SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Analytical Tools DevelopmentData ManagementSpreadsheets ProficiencyRegulatory AnalysisTestimony PreparationDiscovery ResponseCase ManagementRisk AssessmentStrategic Initiative SupportWitness Preparation

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationDecision-MakingProblem-SolvingFacilitation

Industry Keywords

Regulatory Commission StructuresUtility RatemakingRate DesignFederal Reliability ComplianceEnvironmental ComplianceLegislative Policy IssuesElectric UtilitiesOperations ExperienceField ExperienceAnalytical Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and support direct and rebuttal testimony
Respond to discovery requests and Commission audits
Prepare witnesses and may testify on behalf of the company
Facilitate organizational unit activities in specialized regulatory practice areas
Prepare and present complex regulatory subjects and strategies to management and regulatory bodies
Make complex decisions based on calculated risk and defend decisions made in the interest of the company
Participate in and/or lead the use and development of analytical tools supporting regulatory planning and filings
Use analytical tools and data management skills to provide actionable recommendations
Consult with others to identify, prioritize, and develop actionable recommendations
Develop and present analysis and solutions supporting strategic initiatives
Consult and collaborate with IT and others to optimize tools and analysis
Support end-to-end case management across regulatory proceedings, including tracking milestones, deadlines, and deliverables
Coordinate cross-functional inputs and internal review processes
Facilitate communication across internal teams and external stakeholders
Collaborate with Finance, Generation, Operations, Legal, and Engineering teams to develop filing inputs and positions
Coordinate internal inputs for consistency across testimony, discovery, and supporting analyses
Interpret regulatory needs and implement projects, analysis, and process work
Address system-wide issues within specialized fields of expertise
Anticipate, resolve, and initiate solutions to unique and specialized problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university AND 4 years relative field, operations or analytical experience OR associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND 8 years relative field, operations or analytical experience OR High School diploma or GED AND 10 years relative field, operations or analytical experience
Proficiency with spreadsheets is required
Proficient oral and written communication skills, including the ability to articulate strategy and provide guidance to management and witnesses on case, are required
Must possess analytical problem solving skills
Required to work mandatory "on-call" requirements over weekends, holidays, vacations, etc. as necessary to meet regulatory requirements, including filing dates required by the Company or as imposed by an applicable regulatory Commission
Occasional travel will be required, such as to attend or testify at hearings, support witnesses at hearings, participate in Commission Staff and/or stakeholder meetings/events, advocate the Company's position in various federal, regional, or state venues, and attend training
Expert level knowledge of regulatory matters for the applicable regulatory function performed
Knowledge of economic and legal foundations of regulation; federal and state regulatory commission structures, processes, and roles; utility ratemaking and rate design; industry restructuring and deregulation; federal reliability compliance obligations; federal and state environmental compliance; and current legislative and regulatory policy issues impacting electric utilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Bonus
Comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.