Grid Planning Engineer | Hybrid Role in Clean-Energy Grid

ISO New England Inc.; Windsor (CT); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Relocation assistance

Base salary + performance bonus

401(k) and financial planning

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program and onsite gym

Onsite dining options

Flexible work hours

Employee networks

Job summary

ISO New England Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that oversees the region’s power grid and regional planning. The role supports capacity planning, reliability analyses, and regulatory engagements, contributing technical analyses and study development.

The position is based in Windsor, CT with a planned move to Holyoke, MA. It offers hybrid work (3 days onsite), relocation assistance, competitive base salary plus a performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including retirement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to work independently and communicate technical concepts clearly.
• Foundational knowledge of probability, statistics, forecasting, and data analysis.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and present findings to diverse audiences.
• Experience with Python, R, MATLAB, SQL or similar tools.
• Interest in electricity markets, system planning or energy policy.
• Knowledge of electric power systems or market fundamentals is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bulk power system simulations using industry-standard tools.
• Coordinate and facilitate work across ISO teams and stakeholders.
• Prepare clear written reports documenting objectives, methods, results, and recommendations.
• Support regional and national committees and regulatory discussions as needed.
• Respond to data requests from reliability organizations and regulators.
• Communicate complex analyses to diverse audiences.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Math/Statistics/Economics/OR

Tools

Python

R

MATLAB

SQL

Job description

ISO New England Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that oversees the region’s power grid and regional planning. The role supports capacity planning, reliability analyses, and regulatory engagements, contributing technical analyses and study development.

The position is based in Windsor, CT with a planned move to Holyoke, MA. It offers hybrid work (3 days onsite), relocation assistance, competitive base salary plus a performance bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including retirement