Power Systems Co-op: Grid Reliability & Automation

Midcontinent-Independent-System; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing available

Job summary

MISO is seeking a Spring 2027 Co-op in Systems Operations Engineering to contribute to the grid5s daily readiness by running next-day contingency studies with tools like TARA and PSS4E. You will gain hands-on experience in Python and SQL for automation and support Day Ahead Operations.

This role involves reviewing load forecasts, running simulations, and summarizing results for operator handoffs, with exposure to real-time grid decisions and control room collaboration.

Qualifications

• Programming experience (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or C++).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Run next-day contingency studies and review load forecasts.
• Identify grid constraints and summarize findings for the team.
• Support operator handoffs and contribute to operating guides.

Skills

Python

C

C++

SQL

Excel

PowerFlow Analysis

PSSe

Education

Some college or better in Electrical & Computer Engineering

Some college or better in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS4E

TARA

EMS

PowerWorld

Job description

MISO is seeking a Spring 2027 Co-op in Systems Operations Engineering to contribute to the grid5s daily readiness by running next-day contingency studies with tools like TARA and PSS4E. You will gain hands-on experience in Python and SQL for automation and support Day Ahead Operations.

This role involves reviewing load forecasts, running simulations, and summarizing results for operator handoffs, with exposure to real-time grid decisions and control room collaboration.