Senior Forward Reliability Engineer — Grid Planning & Optimization

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO); Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 119,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick and safe time

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking a Senior Forward Reliability Engineering & Support Engineer to analyze and optimize the electric grid operations. This role requires collaboration across departments to ensure effective management of the bulk electric system.

With a focus on next-day analysis and process development, the position offers an annual salary range of $119,000 - $144,000 and various benefits including 401k and paid time off from day one.

Join MISO's dedicated team to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector!

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in the energy industry.
• Experience in steady-state power flow analysis.
• Willing to be available after hours or weekends for support.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to manage the electric grid effectively.
• Analyze the power system and make changes to operating plans.
• Design future processes for compatibility with MISO and customers.

Skills

Power flow tools (EMS security applications, TARA, PSS/E, POM, DSATools)

Group tools and processes

C, Python, SQL programming languages

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

Description

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Description

Our Senior Forward Reliability Engineering & Support Engineer will collaborate within the organization to review and develop processes or systems to support effective management of the electric grid. You will work in an environment of next-day analysis that has a different focus than Real-Time actions or Long-Term Transmission Planning. You can apply your power system knowledge and make measurable, realized, and direct impact toward the operation of the Bulk Electric System tomorrow.

You will also be part of a team that prepares the electric system for expected operating conditions a day ahead of what system conditions are expected be. This is done through collaboration with multiple departments internal to MISO, Member utilities, and external resources.

As a Senior Forward Reliability Engineering & Support Engineer, you will also have the opportunity to analyze the power system through techniques you have learned in school or through career experience and make changes to the operating plan to ensure a successful operating day. Additionally, you will be given the opportunity to design future processes to ensure compatibility within MISO and external customers. These projects may be to meet exciting industry changes or driven by new software requirements.

In one year, you will know if you were successful when:

• You have demonstrated proficiency in group tools and processes that are operated by Forward Reliability Engineering & Support and inter-department handoffs without assistance
• You have changed at least one process or tool that changes our analysis or inter-department handoff
  
  

We Are Looking For Talented Engineers Who Have

• At least a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering technology, electrical and computer engineering, electrical and electronic engineering or electronics and computer engineering technology
• Five or more years of experience in the energy industry. This includes utility, transmission operations, transmission planning, power system studies, real-time operations, or related experience.
• Two years utilizing power flow tools such as EMS security applications, TARA, PSS/E, POM, or DSATools
• Steady State Power Flow Analysis experience
• Stability Study experience
• Able and willing to be available after hours or weekends to support shift needs that may arise
  
  

We Prefer That You Also Have The Following

• Experience with programming languages such as C, Python, SQL
  
  

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

See what MISO is all about!

MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million people. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely talented and dedicated team does every day.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $119,000.00 - $144,000.00 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.

For more info about MISO, check out our video

MISO, What We Do (https://vimeo.com/935124142/5c8d23402d)

Apply today for this great opportunity to help us keep the lights on!

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Qualifications

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering
  
  

Experience

Required

• 5 years: relevant work experience
  
  

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Job Category: Engineer

Full-Time