Warranty Analyst - Renewable Assets - Full-time

NiSource is hiring a Warranty Analyst for Renewable Assets in Valparaiso, IN. The role involves managing warranty claims, ensuring compliance with agreements, and collaborating with various teams to optimize processes. Responsibilities include controlling warranty agreements, generating status reports, and maintaining project documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with preferred qualifications including a bachelor's degree and experience in renewable energy.
Job Summary

The Warranty Analyst is responsible for streamlining the warranty claims process and extracting maximum value from the renewable Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) during the warranty periods. Primary responsibilities will include managing warranty agreements, processing and overseeing warranty claims from submission to close out and ensuring warranty adherence for all renewable sites, maintaining project document control, and assisting in development and implementation of processes and procedures for the Renewable Generation department. The Warranty Analyst ensures third-party vendors and OEM's are meeting their obligations under the warranty agreements by meticulously working with the Asset Managers and renewable operations team while collaborating and strategizing with peers within NiSource and in the industry.
• Essential Functions

+ Control and own all warranty agreements for all of Renewable Generation’s renewable assets.

+ Ensure compliance with agreements and analyze and submit warranty claims associated with these agreements. Manage warranty claims from submission to close out.

+ Generate warranty claim weekly status reports for internal personnel and leadership

+ Create and facilitate processes and procedures through collaboration with renewable asset management and operations teams

+ Own and manage renewable project documents within the Renewable Asset Management document repository.

+ Collaborate and interface with the Renewable Site Supervisors, Renewable Planner, Renewable Asset Managers and Performance Engineers to meet strategic goals and objectives

+ Develop and maintain strong working relationships with other business units including procurement, land & survey, accounting, regulatory, legal, risk management and environmental

+ Apply best practices and drive functional consistency, process standardization and operational excellence

+ Support and encourage a solution-minded culture

+ Promote the necessary environment for effective internal customer satisfaction and collaboration

+ Implement activities and processes to ensure the safe, reliable and cost-effective delivery of services

+ Utilize technology, tools and planning techniques effectively to improve process results

+ Fosters and promote valued relationships with government entities, industry associates, company affiliates, and contractors

+ Promote and assure a safe working environment and public safety

+ Collaborate with peers to ensure operating standards comply with policies and procedures

+ Participate in occupational and personal development as made available
• Required Qualifications For Position

+ High School Diploma or equivalent

+ 1+ year asset warranty management (renewable experience preferred)

+ 1+ year contract/legal document review and analysis
• Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ 4+ years warranty management

+ 4+ years contract/legal document review and analysis

+ 1+ year renewable energy experience

+ 1+ year process development for continuous improvement
• Physical Demands

+ Standing - Occasionally

+ Walking - Occasionally

+ Sitting - Constantly

+ Lifting - Rarely

+ Carrying - Rarely

+ Pushing - Rarely

+ Pulling - Rarely

+ Climbing - Rarely

+ Balancing - Rarely

+ Stooping - Rarely

+ Kneeling - Rarely

+ Crouching - Rarely

+ Crawling - Rarely

+ Reaching - Rarely

+ Handling - Occasionally

+ Grasping - Occasionally

+ Feeling - Rarely

+ Talking - Constantly

+ Hearing - Constantly

+ Repetitive Motions - Frequently

+ Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

+ The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
• Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
• Equal Employment Opportunity*

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
• By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.**
• Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
• Salary Range:

$52,400.00 - $73,300.00
• *The salary offered to a candidate is* based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience , as well as internal pay equity .
• *Posting Start Date:**

2025-03-17
• *Posting End Date (if applicable):

2025-03-31
• *Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.