Date: May 21, 2026
Location: San Antonio, TX, US, 78205
Company: CPS Energy
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Pay Grade
17*
Deadline to Apply: June 1, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CST
*Qualifications may warrant placement at a different job level
Position Summary
CPS Energy is at the forefront of changing how people think about and use energy. Whether as one of the largest solar power developers in the country or by giving customers the latest smart energy solutions to better manage their energy use, CPS Energy is a leader in developing cleaner and smarter energy choices for our customers.
The Transmission Rates Analyst plays a critical role in achieving CPS Energy’s reliability and financial objectives. The successful candidate will contribute to CPS Energy’s transmission rate filing efforts, track transmission rulemaking proceedings and other filings of interest to CPS Energy and evaluate proposed transmission projects as well as implement process improvement initiatives. Success in this position will be achieved with strong cross-functional collaboration and excellent communication skills.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Update schedules and work papers for wholesale transmission filings. This includes the annual Earnings Monitoring Report as well as interim and full transmission cost of service (TCOS) applications.
Refresh TCOS filing strategy modeling as needed to reflect latest transmission capital and O&M estimates and socialize results with leadership.
Evaluate transmission filing timing and methodology options.
Assess the feasibility of future transmission projects.
Review and opine on proposed transmission rulemakings before the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Track wholesale transmission rate filings within ERCOT to monitor transmission filings, the ERCOT postage stamp price, and issues raised by intervenors.
Identify and implement process improvement initiatives that will minimize manual work efforts in future transmission filings.
Conduct research on Certificate of Convenience and Necessity cases.
Track proposed rule modifications to analyze potential impact to future transmission filings or the CCN process so comments can be filed as needed.
Provide technical oversight and guidance to less experienced team members, including review, validation, and quality assurance of the work of others.
Conduct ongoing training & development for self and others to ensure skillsets remain current.
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or other related field.
Competencies
Minimum Education
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Physical Demands
CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.
Nearest Major Market: San Antonio
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