Energy Markets R&D Engineer II — Data & Sim Tools

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO); Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking an Engineer II for the Energy Markets Research and Development team. This role involves applying engineering knowledge to enhance electricity market operations, ensuring reliability in energy supply for millions. Candidates will need a Bachelor’s in electrical engineering or related fields with experience in energy markets.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $96,000 - $113,000 annually, along with annual bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k and vacation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering field and at least 2 years of experience.
• 1-2 years in electricity market design, analysis, or system planning is preferred.
• Experience with optimization algorithms and power system modeling.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering skills to explore innovative market solutions.
• Gather datasets to assess market and grid performance.
• Build models and simulation tools for electricity markets.
• Collaborate to improve electricity market efficiency.
• Develop algorithms for reliable market operations.
• Document and present insights clearly and effectively.

Skills

Power engineering

Operations research

Quantitative analysis

Optimization algorithms

Power system modeling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or related field

Master’s Degree or PhD preferred

Tools

Modeling tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking an Engineer II for the Energy Markets Research and Development team. This role involves applying engineering knowledge to enhance electricity market operations, ensuring reliability in energy supply for millions. Candidates will need a Bachelor’s in electrical engineering or related fields with experience in energy markets.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $96,000 - $113,000 annually, along with annual bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including 401k and vacation.