Economist II

MISO Default Brand; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Vacation time

Sick time

First-day benefits

Job summary

MISO is hiring an Economist II – Market Design to evaluate and shape wholesale electricity markets. You will perform formal economic analyses, develop market design initiatives, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes econometric modeling, data-driven insights, and collaboration with engineers and market experts. A strong emphasis on reliability and efficiency in grid operations is central to the work.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Economics is required.
• At least four (4) years of job-related experience.
• Specific experience in statistical and econometric analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform statistical, econometric, and economic analyses of wholesale electricity market operations.
• Develop and evaluate market design initiatives as industry needs evolve.
• Assess the economic impact of proposed market changes on structure, behavior, efficiency, and reliability.
• Conduct economic modeling and quantitative analysis to evaluate market outcomes and tariff changes.
• Develop and monitor key market performance indicators to evaluate market conditions.
• Apply statistical and econometric methods to complex market datasets to identify relationships and trends.
• Support recommendations and implementation of improvements to market models, rules, and policy provisions.
• Review market systems and outcomes for alignment with tariff requirements and propose modifications.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Econometric analysis

Education

Master's degree in Economics

Tools

Econometric software

Job description

As an Economist II – Market Design at MISO, you’ll play an important role in evaluating how our wholesale electricity markets are performing today while helping design how they need to operate in the future. You’ll use economic, statistical, and market analysis to understand market outcomes, identify trends and opportunities for improvement, and help develop solutions that support competitive, efficient, and reliable electricity markets.

You’ll work alongside economists, engineers, market experts, and technology teams to evaluate and advance market design changes. You’ll also help translate complex economic analysis into clear findings and recommendations for internal teams, leadership, and MISO stakeholders.

In One Year, You’ll Know You’re Successful If:

You can independently evaluate market performance, identify meaningful economic trends or issues, and translate your analysis into recommendations that improve MISO’s markets. You’ll be contributing to new or enhanced market design initiatives and helping evaluate changes to market rules, models, algorithms, and policies that improve efficiency, competitiveness, reliability, and overall market performance.

As Our Economist II – Market Design, You Will:

• Perform statistical, econometric, and economic analyses of wholesale electricity market operations, including participant activity, pricing trends, supply and demand imbalances, market anomalies, and overall market efficiency.
• Develop and evaluate new or enhanced wholesale electricity market design initiatives as industry and grid needs continue to evolve.
• Assess the economic impact of proposed market changes on market structure, participant behavior, competitiveness, efficiency, and reliability.
• Conduct economic modeling and quantitative analysis to evaluate market outcomes, data quality, and the effectiveness of proposed market rule and tariff changes.
• Develop and monitor key market performance indicators to evaluate market conditions and identify trends or opportunities for improvement.
• Apply statistical and econometric methods to complex market datasets to identify relationships, trends, and potential market design issues.
• Support recommendations and implementation of improvements to market models, optimization algorithms, rules, and policy provisions.
• Review MISO market systems and outcomes for alignment with tariff requirements and recommend system or tariff modifications when appropriate.

We’re Looking for Someone With:

• Master’s degree in Economics.
• At least four (4) years of job-related experience.
• Specific experience in statistical and econometric analysis.

Experience in one or more of the following areas would also be beneficial:

• Econometric modeling.
• Wholesale electricity market analysis or design.
• Optimization algorithms.
• Analysis of large and complex market datasets.

While not required, it would be advantageous to have some of the following:

• PhD in Economics or a related discipline.
• Previous deregulated wholesale electricity market or utility experience.
• Previous energy industry experience with a Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) or RTO market participant.
• Experience applying economic and econometric methods to electricity or other complex markets.

If you enjoy digging into complex market questions, working with data, and using economics to help shape decisions that have a real impact on the reliability and efficiency of the electric grid, we’d like to hear from you.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $145,000–$170,000 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.

Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

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. Using groundbreaking research and sophisticated technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 47 million people throughout North America. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, and planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hard-working and dedicated team does every day.

MISO, The Work We Do

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

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Qualifications

Education

Required

Masters or better in Economics or related field.

Experience

Required

Specific experience in statistical and econometric analysis.

4 years:

Relevant job-related experience.

Preferred

Experience in one or more of the following areas would also be beneficial:

• Econometric modeling.
• Wholesale electricity market analysis or design.
• Optimization algorithms.
• Energy economics.
• Analysis of large and complex market datasets.

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