Transmission Planning Engineer I

MISO Default Brand; Eagan (MN); On-site; USD 71,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation time

Sick time

Paid time off

Job summary

MISO is seeking a Transmission Planning Engineer to join the Expansion Planning team. You will work with MISO members and industry stakeholders to develop transmission solutions for the MTEP, performing planning studies and reliability assessments to ensure grid reliability as energy landscapes evolve.

You will contribute to steady-state and transient studies, support NERC compliance activities, and mentor teammates while advancing planning processes across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, or Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission planning studies and reliability assessments to support the grid.
• Conduct steady-state, transient, and voltage stability analyses for planning initiatives.
• Support MTEP planning cycle with partnerships across MISO members and internal teams.
• Take ownership of key NERC compliance responsibilities (TPL-001-4/5 and related planning requirements).
• Mentor teammates and contribute to improving planning processes.

Skills

Transmission planning knowledge

NERC compliance understanding

Education

Electrical Engineering (Bachelors or higher)

Electrical Engineering Technology (Bachelors or higher)

Electrical & Computer Engineering (Bachelors)

Tools

Power system analysis software

Job description

As a Transmission Planning Engineer on our Expansion Planning team, you'll work alongside MISO members and industry stakeholders to develop transmission solutions that become part of the MISO Transmission Expansion Plan (MTEP)—one of the industry's most important long-term planning efforts.

In this role, you'll perform a variety of transmission planning studies and reliability assessments that help ensure the grid remains reliable as the energy landscape continues to evolve. Your work will include steady-state, transient, and voltage stability analysis, project reviews, compliance assessments, and technical support for a variety of planning initiatives.

Beyond the technical work, you'll have opportunities to improve planning processes, collaborate across multiple departments, mentor teammates, and help solve some of the industry's most complex transmission planning challenges.

Within your first year, you'll:

• Build strong partnerships with MISO members and internal teams while supporting a successful MTEP planning cycle.
• Contribute to steady-state and transient stability studies that support reliable system planning.
• Take ownership of key NERC compliance responsibilities, including activities supporting standards such as TPL-001-4/5 and other applicable planning requirements.
• Continue developing your technical expertise while contributing to projects that shape the future of the North American electric grid.

We're looking for someone with:

• A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, or Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology

It would be a plus if you have experience with:

• Transmission planning, expansion planning, or bulk electric system studies.
• Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) or Independent System Operator (ISO) operations or planning.
• Power system analysis software and transmission planning studies.

The appropriate level for this position will be determined based on your experience, technical knowledge, and qualifications.

If you're looking for an opportunity to solve meaningful engineering challenges while helping shape the future of the electric grid, we'd love to hear from you.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $71,000-$96,000 USDannually. 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. and using groundbreaking research and sophisticated 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 hard-working and dedicated team does every day.

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

MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package available on your first day of employment.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Computer Engineering.

Bachelors or better in Electrical & Computer Engineering.

Bachelors or better in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering.

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering Technology.

Bachelors or better in Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology.

Experience

Preferred

Power system analysis software and transmission planning studies.

Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) or Independent System Operator (ISO) operations or planning.

Transmission planning, expansion planning, or bulk electric system studies.

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.