Principal Power Systems Engineer (EMS)

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO); Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 149,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking a Principal Power Systems Engineer (EMS) to lead modernization projects vital to electric grid operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields and at least 8 years of relevant experience. The role encompasses collaborating with diverse teams to develop innovative technical solutions while mentoring junior engineers.

The position offers a competitive salary range of $149,000 - $174,000 annually and is eligible for bonuses based on performance. Benefits include comprehensive packages like 401k and paid time off from day one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology.
• At least 8 years of utility or real-time operations experience.
• Experience with programming languages like C++ and Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical modernization projects for the control rooms.
• Collaborate with various teams to develop technical solutions for MISO's operations.
• Advance and advise key initiatives in the market and reliability portfolio.

Skills

C++

Python

Real-time operations

Electrical Engineering

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields

Job description

As a Principal Power Systems Engineer (EMS), you will be part of a highly skilled team at the core of MISO’s mission supporting the control rooms by leading critical modernization projects. As the electric utility industry is facing exciting change due to digitalization, decentralization, and decarbonization of the bulk electric system, MISO’s Operations Technology Integration team is seeking to grow to meet these challenges head on. You will help MISO maintain reliability by advancing and advising key initiatives in the market and reliability portfolio for a rapidly changing future, while simultaneously helping build the next generation of engineers by mentoring them.

The Operations Technology Integration team will collaborate closely with Research & Development, Grid software vendors, IT Architecture, Business & Digital Transformation, and Grid Operations teams to develop practical technical solutions and outcomes to enable MISO’s operations to execute effectively now and into the future. This role demands a strong sense of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration, along with a steadfast commitment to ensuring the continuous operation of the systems that power the electric grid. A successful Principal Power system engineer will demonstrate an ability to bridge technical engineering and IT needs and be able to present updates to leadership while simultaneously mentoring junior engineers.

You will also have the opportunity to work on projects such as Energy Management System roadmaps, control room visualization, synchro phasor strategy, and simulation capabilities for training.

In one year as our Principal Power Systems Engineer (EMS), you will know you were successful if:

• You can connect key industry changes to the relevant processes at MISO
• You can develop your own creative solutions to propel MISO operations into the future

We are looking for talented professionals who have a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following:

• Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering Technology
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
• At least 8 years of utility, transmission operations, real-time operations, or related experience
• C++, Python or other production grade programming language experience

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever-changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hardworking and dedicated team does every day.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $149,000 - $174,000 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. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.