Senior Intermediate Planning Engineer

MISO Default Brand; Carmel, Eagan, Little Rock (IN, MN, AR); On-site; USD 127,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Join MISO in Carmel, IN as a Senior Power System Planner. You will perform 18–24-month reliability studies, coordinate across Planning, Markets, and Operations, and develop near-term strategies to strengthen transmission reliability and grid readiness.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering and at least six years of relevant experience, with hands-on work in PSS/E and TARA. Eligible locations include Carmel, IN; Eagan, MN; or Little Rock, AR.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field.
• At least six years of power system planning or operations experience.
• Experience with PSS/E power flow and TARA applications.
• Strong understanding of power system analysis and transmission reliability concepts.
• Ability to analyze complex scenarios, identify problems, evaluate data, and develop technically sound recommendations.
• Knowledge of NERC and FERC regulatory and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform Intermediate Planning studies across 18–24-month horizon, including Firm Service Step-Up analyses.
• Conduct power system studies using PSS/E and TARA, including power flow modeling, contingency analysis, transfer analysis, transient and voltage stability.
• Develop near-term strategies to maximize the capabilities of the transmission system while maintaining reliability.
• Coordinate study scope, assumptions, inputs, and results across multiple planning and operations teams.
• Improve data flow and transparency to support timely, well-informed decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Power system analysis

PSS/E experience

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelors in Computer Engineering

Bachelors in Electrical & Computer Engineering

Bachelors in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering Technology

Bachelors in Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology

Tools

PSS/E

TARA

DSA tools

Job description

Location: Carmel, IN, Eagan, MN, or Little Rock, AR

How You’ll Make an Impact

In this role, you will:

• Perform Intermediate Planning studies across the 18–24-month horizon, including Firm Service Step-Up analyses and staged firm‑service recommendations tied to system upgrades and readiness milestones.
• Conduct power system studies using tools such as PSS/E and TARA, including power flow modeling, contingency analysis, transfer analysis, transient and voltage stability, and other reliability assessments.
• Develop near‑term strategies that maximize the capabilities of the existing transmission system while maintaining reliable grid performance.
• Coordinate study scope, assumptions, inputs, and results across Expansion Planning, Generator Interconnection, Load Integration, Markets, Forward Operations, Operations, and Resource Adequacy.
• Improve the flow of data and information between teams, creating greater transparency and supporting timely, well‑informed decisions.

In Your First Year, You’ll Know You’re Successful If You:

• Become a trusted technical partner across Planning, Markets, and Operations for MISO's emerging Intermediate Planning work.
• Successfully perform and communicate 18–24-month reliability studies supporting large-load integration and Firm Service Step-Up needs.
• Help strengthen the connection between long‑term planning decisions and near‑term operational readiness.
• Improve coordination, data transparency, and process alignment across multiple MISO teams.

What We’re Looking For:

• 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.
• At least six (6) years of related power system planning or operations experience.
• Experience with PSS/E power flow and TARA applications.
• Strong understanding of power system analysis and transmission reliability concepts.
• Ability to analyze complex scenarios, identify problems, evaluate data, and develop technically sound recommendations.

It Would Be a Plus If You Have:

• Experience with DSA tools or other power system analysis software.
• Experience writing scripts or developing automation to improve engineering or analytical processes.
• Knowledge of NERC and FERC regulatory and compliance requirements.

The appropriate level will be determined based on the selected candidate's experience, knowledge, and qualifications.

At MISO, your work helps ensure the reliable operation and continued evolution of one of the world's largest and most complex electric grids. In this role, you'll have an opportunity to help shape how MISO responds to rapidly growing large-load demand while strengthening the connection between where the grid is headed and what it needs to reliably deliver today.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $127,000-$152,000 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.

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. Using groundbreaking research and sophisticated technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million people throughout North America. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, and planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely hard‑working and dedicated team does every day.

Join #TeamMISO to be a driving force as we build the grid of the future.

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Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelor’s or better in Computer Engineering.

Bachelor’s or better in Electrical & Computer Engineering.

Bachelor’s or better in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Bachelor’s or better in Electrical Engineering.

Bachelor’s or better in Electrical Engineering Technology.

Bachelor’s or better in Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology.

Experience

Required

Ability to analyze complex scenarios, identify problems, evaluate data, and develop technically sound recommendations.

Strong understanding of power system analysis and transmission reliability concepts.

Experience with PSS/E power flow and TARA applications.

6 years:

Related power system planning or operations experience.

Preferred

Knowledge of NERC and FERC regulatory and compliance requirements.

Experience writing scripts or developing automation to improve engineering or analytical processes.

Experience with DSA tools or other power system analysis software.

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