Generation Planning Advisor

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc.; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 147,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. is seeking a Generation Planning Advisor to evaluate upcoming resource adequacy and generation issues. This role requires strategic expertise to influence the reliable evolution of the electric system. As a key player, you'll analyze the impacts of new technologies and climate change on future plans.

With over 8 years of experience in electric utilities, you'll develop recommendations that support a cleaner and more resilient grid. A Master's degree is required, alongside significant leadership experience in related fields.

Qualifications

• At least five years of leadership experience.
• 8+ years in generation planning, resource adequacy, and power system operations.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate impacts of inverter-based resources on future portfolios.
• Develop recommendations to improve long-term generation planning strategies.
• Analyze external impacts on resource planning.

Skills

Generation Planning

Resource adequacy

Electric utilities

Project management

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

MISO is seeking a Generation Planning Advisor to help shape that future.

This is a highly visible role for an experienced generation planning professional who thrives on solving complex industry challenges. You’ll evaluate emerging resource adequacy and generation planning issues, develop long‑term strategic recommendations, and influence decisions that support the reliable evolution of one of North America’s largest electric systems.

If you’re passionate about generation planning, resource adequacy, grid reliability, and helping prepare the power system for tomorrow’s challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Lead the future of generation planning! You’ll serve as a strategic advisor focused on evaluating how the changing resource mix will impact reliability, planning, and system operations for years to come.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate the impacts of growing inverter‑based resources (wind, solar, battery storage), distributed energy resources, electrification, and large load additions on future generation portfolios.
• Assess emerging resource adequacy challenges, generation fleet evolution, fuel diversity, transmission dependency, system flexibility, and reliability risks.
• Analyze how extreme weather events, changing grid characteristics, and emerging technologies influence long‑term resource planning.
• Identify gaps in existing generation planning methodologies, analytical tools, planning assumptions, and business processes.
• Develop recommendations that improve long‑term generation planning strategies and support a reliable, resilient electric system.
• Evaluate future generation technologies and their impacts on system reliability, operational performance, and market outcomes.
• Integrate technical, economic, regulatory, and policy considerations into strategic recommendations for leadership.
• Translate complex technical findings into clear business recommendations that support executive decision‑making.

Beyond Technical Expertise

• Develop strategic roadmaps that guide future generation planning initiatives.
• Translate strategic vision into actionable milestones, work plans, and implementation priorities.
• Identify key risks, dependencies, resource needs, and decision points.
• Support research initiatives focused on emerging generation technologies and future resource adequacy.
• Provide leadership with visibility into strategic progress, opportunities, and tradeoffs.

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for someone who combines deep generation planning expertise with strategic thinking, technical leadership, and exceptional communication skills.

Required Qualifications

Education (Required)

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Public Policy, Business Administration, Applied Mathematics, or related discipline.

Experience (Required)

• At least five years of leadership experience through supervision, project management, technical leadership, or leading cross‑functional initiatives.
• 8+ years of experience across several of the following areas:
  • Generation Planning
  • Resource adequacy
  • Electric utilities, ISOs, or RTOs
  • Power system operations
  • Competitive wholesale electricity markets
  • Regulatory and legislative frameworks
  • Reliability planning
  • Grid modernization

Why This Role Matters

The electric industry is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in its history and you’ll have the opportunity to determine how future generation resources are planned, evaluated, and integrated into the power system. Your work will directly influence long‑term resource adequacy strategies, generation planning priorities, and the reliable transition to a cleaner, more resilient grid.

You'll work alongside nationally recognized experts while helping solve some of the industry's most important challenges—ensuring the electric system remains reliable, affordable, and prepared for the future.

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $147,000–$157,000 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. MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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