Growth-Oriented Transmission Planner — Grid Reliability

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc.; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick time

Safe time

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer to join the Expansion Planning team.

You will perform transmission planning studies and reliability assessments, supporting MTEP and ensuring grid reliability as energy landscapes evolve. You will collaborate with MISO members, industry stakeholders, and internal teams, mentor teammates, and contribute to planning initiatives across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with transmission planning or bulk electric system studies is a plus.
• Familiarity with NERC standards and planning requirements a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning studies and reliability assessments.
• Contribute to planning cycles and support MTEP initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments and mentor teammates.

Skills

Transmission planning

Power systems analysis

NERC compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power system analysis software

Job description

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer to join the Expansion Planning team.

You will perform transmission planning studies and reliability assessments, supporting MTEP and ensuring grid reliability as energy landscapes evolve. You will collaborate with MISO members, industry stakeholders, and internal teams, mentor teammates, and contribute to planning initiatives across departments.