Economic Studies Engineer II

Misoenergy; Carmel (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

As an Engineer/Planner II – Economic Studies at a leading energy organization, you'll analyze transmission expansions to optimize market efficiency. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, performing studies, and supporting economic assessments. Ideal candidates have degrees in relevant fields and possess strong analytical and project management skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Engagement in stakeholder interactions

Opportunities for mentorship

Qualifications

• Experience in electric energy resource planning, energy policy, or project management (minimum 2 years).
• Knowledge of regulatory standards in transmission planning.
• Experience with economic analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning studies aligning with policies.
• Analyze operational scenarios for potential challenges.
• Assess economic advantages for MISO membership.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Bachelors in Economics

Bachelors in Engineering

Bachelors in Public Policy

Tools

PROMOD

PSS/E

Job description

Indiana
720 City Center Drive
Carmel, IN 46032, USA

Indiana
720 City Center Drive
Carmel, IN 46032, USA

Minnesota
2985 Ames Crossing Rd
Eagan, MN 55121, USA

Minnesota
2985 Ames Crossing Rd
Eagan, MN 55121, USA

Arkansas
1700 Center View Dr
Little Rock, AR 72211, USA

Arkansas
1700 Center View Dr
Little Rock, AR 72211, USA

Starting Salary Range: $100,000 - $117,500 - position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met.

As an Engineer/Planner II – Economic Studies, you will play a pivotal role in analyzing transmission expansions to mitigate energy market inefficiencies through advanced production cost modeling tools. You'll also help shape the grid of the future by developing innovative solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and building strong partnerships with MISO stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Perform transmission planning studies and design strategies to align with state and federal policy requirements.
• Analyze operational scenarios in a simulated environment to identify potential challenges and opportunities.
• Assess the financial advantages for companies exploring MISO membership.

Within your first year as an Engineer/Planner II – Economic Studies, success will look like this:

• You demonstrated your ability to balance and prioritize multiple long-term projects to meet department objectives.
• You demonstrate your ability to support economic study work and collaborate with appropriate teams as needed.
• You developed and utilized an in-depth understanding of the policy and business drivers guiding the MISO transmission planning process(s).
• You built a network of colleagues within MISO and the industry.
• You demonstrate enthusiasm for learning and growth by actively engaging in stakeholder interactions and seeking mentorship opportunities.

We are looking for talented professionals who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in one of several disciplines. Please refer to the list below for the qualifying degrees and desired job related experience.

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and using groundbreaking research and sophisticated technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hard-working and dedicated team does every day.

Join #TeamMISO to be a driving force as we build the grid of the future.

MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package available on your first day of employment.

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Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

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Motivations

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Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Economics or related field.

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Bachelors or better in Public Policy or related field.

Experience

Required

2 years:

2 years:

Experience in electric energy resource planning, energy policy, electric power industry economics, power plant and transmission line modeling, or project management.

Preferred

Related economic transmission planning, compliance, regulatory standards, or expansion planning experience (required) or Related Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) or Regional Reliability Organization (RRO) experience.

Experience with PROMOD, PROMOD Analysis Tool (PAT), PSS/E, Transmission Adequacy Reliability Assessment (TARA).

Licenses & Certifications

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