System Operator- Balancing Authority and Unit Dispatch

MISO; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 118,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation time

Sick time

Job summary

MISO is seeking a System Operator - Balancing Authority and Unit Dispatch to join our team in ensuring reliable electricity for 45 million people. You will manage real-time balance, monitor ACE, and drive security-constrained dispatch across the MISO footprint.

Candidates should have at least 4 years in energy/operations, a Bachelor's in Engineering or related field, and a current NERC/RC Certification. A 12-hour rotating shift will be worked; strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of related experience in the energy or operations industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; equivalency may be established with education, training, certifications and directly related experience.
• A current NERC/RC Certification.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Successful completion of the Unit Dispatch and Balancing Authority Certifications and Board exams.
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant execution of MISO's Balancing and Dispatch (BA) functions.

Skills

Strong communication

Experience in energy/operations

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or related field

Tools

NERC/RC Certification

Job description

Description

As our System Operator- Balancing Authority and Unit Dispatch, you will be part of the close-knit team at MISO that impacts over 45 million people by helping ensure they have electricity. This team is involved in two very important roles within MISO; we are Balancing Authorities and Unit Dispatch Operators. As a Balancing Authority Operator, you are responsible for the real time balance of load and generation in the MISO footprint monitoring Area Control Error (ACE). As a Unit Dispatch operator, you are responsible for security constrained economic dispatch system that drives the generation fleet in MISO.

In one year as our System Operator- Balancing Authority and Unit Dispatch, you will know you were successful if you successfully complete the training and certification programs for this position. Once certified, experience will be gained within MISO Operations and success will be measured based upon continued reliable and efficient operations.

We are looking for talented professionals who have:

• A minimum of 4 years of related experience in the energy or operations industry.
• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field. Educational equivalency may be established with a combination of education, training, certifications and directly related experience
• A current NERC/RC Certification
• Strong communication skills

Once on the job:

• Successful completion of the Unit Dispatch and Balancing Authority Certifications and Board exams
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant execution of MISO's Balancing and Dispatch (BA) functions

We would also prefer candidates with the following:

• Experience in one of the following areas: energy industry, balancing authority, generation system dispatch, transmission system operations, merchant operations, generation operational planning, gas operations, engineering or power accounting

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 $118,000.00 - $128,000.00 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.

MISO, What We Do

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