Resource Adequacy Engineer I

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO); Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is looking for an Engineer to evaluate and enhance modeling approaches related to reliability risks. The position involves analyzing LOLE studies and collaborating across teams to improve Resource Adequacy processes.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in disciplines like Electronics or Electrical Engineering. The role offers a competitive salary of $71,000-$96,000 annually plus a bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with GADs, LOLE studies, probabilistic assessment, or transmission planning.
• Previous resource adequacy, transmission planning, or RTO experience.
• Related experience with Electric or Power Systems.

Responsibilities

• Support efforts to evaluate and enhance modeling approaches.
• Perform and analyze LOLE studies.
• Contribute to improvements in Resource Adequacy processes.

Skills

Modeling approaches

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

In this position, you’ll help support efforts to evaluate and enhance modeling approaches that better capture reliability risks and assess the capacity value of both existing and emerging resources. You’ll perform and analyze LOLE studies, help refine QA/QC practices, and contribute to improvements that increase confidence in modeling outcomes. Your work will help inform ongoing accreditation efforts, policy discussions, and system enhancements.

You’ll also develop your technical perspective to interpret planning data across MISO and the broader industry, identifying trends and potential challenges. Along the way, you’ll learn and receive support from your teammates while collaborating across teams to continuously improve Resource Adequacy processes.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelors or better in Electronics Engineering Technology
• Bachelors or better in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Bachelors or better in Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering Technology
• Bachelors or better in Computer Engineering
• Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering

Preferred Experience

• Specific experience with GADs, LOLE studies, probabilistic assessment, or transmission planning
• Previous resource adequacy, transmission planning, or RTO experience
• Related experience with Electric or Power Systems, Gas, Energy Industry, ISO/RTOs, capacity markets, and energy markets

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary compensation range for this role is $71,000-96,000 USD annually and may vary based on location, competency, education, certifications, and experience. The position is also eligible for an annual bonus if performance and company objectives are met. MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), vacation, sick and safe time, available from day one.

Job Category: Engineer. Full-Time.

EEO Statement

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