Engineer II Electricity Markets Research and Development

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

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) seeks an Engineer II for their Markets Research and Development team, focused on enhancing electricity market operations. The role involves applying engineering skills to analyze data, develop simulation tools, and recommend solutions for efficient power grid management.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s Degree and have at least 2 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $96,000 - $113,000 annually, and candidates may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in engineering or related technical field.
• Experience in electricity market design or system planning is preferred.
• Skills in modeling and simulation of power systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering and research skills to improve market operations.
• Gather and analyze datasets for grid performance.
• Develop simulation tools for market solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance electricity markets.
• Document and present findings effectively.

Skills

Power engineering

Operations research

Quantitative analysis

Optimization algorithms

Power system modeling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

Master’s Degree or PhD (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Help power the grid and shape the future of electricity markets! As MISO’s Engineer II on our Markets Research and Development team, you’ll help improve how electricity markets operate and how the power grid runs, supporting reliable energy for millions of people. You'll also partner with experts across the organization to study operational events, evaluate ideas to improve market operations and efficiency, develop tools, and generate simulation results that support data‑driven decision making. Your work will directly influence how electricity markets evolve and adapt to transformative changes ongoing in the electricity industry.

Responsibilities

• Apply power engineering and operations research skills to explore innovative options and recommend solutions.
• Gather and examine complex datasets to understand how markets and grid operations are performance.
• Build and maintain models and simulation tools to simulate and test electricity market solutions.
• Collaborate with teams across the organization to tackle challenges and strategically improve the electricity markets.
• Develop and refine algorithms that help make market and grid operations more efficient and reliable.
• Clearly document and present findings through reports, charts, and presentations to communicate insights effectively and accurately.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering technology, electrical and computer engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, or electronics and computer engineering technology, power systems, operations research, or a related technical field and at least 2 years of experience.
• Master’s Degree or PhD preferred.
• One to two years within any of the following: electricity market design, operations, or research and development; electricity market analysis; or system planning and development in an academic and/or professional setting.
• Preferred experience that includes quantitative analysis, applying or developing optimization algorithms, and power system modeling and simulation.

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Benefits

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $96,000 - $113,000 USD annually. 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 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

Job Details

Full‑Time position.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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