Demand Side Management Engineer​/Analyst; Butte MT ; major service

Demand Side Management Engineer/Analyst

Work Location
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Butte MT (preferred) open to all major service locations in MT.

Pay range:
Analyst - $57,200 to 129,000 per year Engineer - $64,800 to $139,300 per year

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

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Internal candidates apply through iConnect.

The Demand Side Management (DSM) Engineer or Analyst plays a key role in advancing energy efficiency and innovation at North Western Energy. This position supports the design, implementation, evaluation, and administration of electric and natural gas DSM and Universal System Benefits (USB) programs. The role collaborates across internal teams, contractors, regulators, and external stakeholders to ensure programs are effective, customer-focused, and aligned with regulatory and strategic objectives.

North Western Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial health)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

• Research, evaluate, and perform technical and economic analysis on energy efficiency technologies, projects, and programs
• Perform computer-related functions such as spreadsheet development, database compilation, and data analysis
• Evaluate program-level and project-level factors, including cost-effectiveness analysis and market considerations
• Compile and write technical and program reports
• Provide input on DSM/USB program planning, design, acquisition targets, and budgets
• Maintain accurate DSM/USB program records, databases, and documentation
• Serve as a primary or supporting contact for DSM/USB programs
• Interact with external technical advisory committees and other stakeholders as needed
• Develop and manage requests for proposals, evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and monitor contractor performance
• Monitor program performance relative to established acquisition targets and budgets
• Support the development of DSM/USB regulatory filings
• Other duties as assigned
• Traveling up to 15% of time
• All North Western Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with North Western Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

• Perform engineering analysis related to energy efficiency technologies and program design
• Address technical challenges that arise during program development and implementation
• Provide technical expertise to support complex DSM initiatives
• Apply engineering principles to evaluate equipment performance, system impacts, and customer installations
• Support technical documentation and regulatory requirements requiring engineering review

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Engineer:
  Bachelor's degree in engineering required
  • Current Professional Engineer's License or ability to obtain one is preferred
• Analyst: A bachelor's degree in business, accounting, economics, finance, marketing, or a related field…