MISO
Starting Salary Range: $147,000 - $168,000 - position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met.
MISO is seeking a
Principal Grid Research Engineer
to lead the advancement of innovative solutions supporting reliable future grid operations. This role involves integrating Inverter-Based Resources (IBRs), Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), large loads, and emerging transmission technologies. The ideal candidate will have expertise in power flow engineering, grid modeling, and dynamic stability techniques, with a passion for solving complex grid reliability challenges. What You'll Do as our Principal Grid Research Engineer: Lead engineering studies and pilots to enhance grid reliability functions such as voltage/frequency stability, congestion management, and control room technologies. Provide thought leadership on IBRs, DERs, and emerging grid technologies, leveraging your technical expertise to advise and deliver impactful research. Utilize advanced power flow engineering techniques for analysis, visualization, and formulation of new approaches. Analyze and recommend solutions using tools like PSS/E, VSAT, etc. Collaborate with Operations and R&D teams to evaluate technologies and develop insights from grid data. Advise industry working groups, task forces, and stakeholder committees with your research findings and insights. Support projects related to large load integration, grid enhancing technologies, DERs, and other issues affecting reliable grid operations. What You'll Bring: 8+ years of experience in the energy industry, preferably with utilities, RTOs/ISOs, or grid operations. Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; Ph.D. preferred. Experience in power flow analysis and dynamic modeling of the bulk power grid. Background in applied electric power research in industry, academia, or labs. Proficiency in power flow analysis tools and energy management systems. Expertise with IBRs, DERs, microgrids, and transmission technology. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (NERC, FERC) and scripting languages (SQL, PL/SQL). Comfort working across UNIX, Windows, Linux platforms, and with advanced analytics or machine learning. Success in the First Year Looks Like: Staying updated on emerging grid technologies and evaluating their operational impacts. Familiarity with MISO's tools and systems, including EMS, power flow, and stability modeling. Collaborating with Operations to define research needs and support pilot projects. Appropriate level will be determined based on experience and knowledge. Transformative innovations are happening in the electric industry, and MISO plays a crucial role in managing the electricity grid for 45 million Americans. We offer a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K from day one. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Principal Grid Research Engineer
to lead the advancement of innovative solutions supporting reliable future grid operations. This role involves integrating Inverter-Based Resources (IBRs), Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), large loads, and emerging transmission technologies. The ideal candidate will have expertise in power flow engineering, grid modeling, and dynamic stability techniques, with a passion for solving complex grid reliability challenges. What You'll Do as our Principal Grid Research Engineer: Lead engineering studies and pilots to enhance grid reliability functions such as voltage/frequency stability, congestion management, and control room technologies. Provide thought leadership on IBRs, DERs, and emerging grid technologies, leveraging your technical expertise to advise and deliver impactful research. Utilize advanced power flow engineering techniques for analysis, visualization, and formulation of new approaches. Analyze and recommend solutions using tools like PSS/E, VSAT, etc. Collaborate with Operations and R&D teams to evaluate technologies and develop insights from grid data. Advise industry working groups, task forces, and stakeholder committees with your research findings and insights. Support projects related to large load integration, grid enhancing technologies, DERs, and other issues affecting reliable grid operations. What You'll Bring: 8+ years of experience in the energy industry, preferably with utilities, RTOs/ISOs, or grid operations. Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fields; Ph.D. preferred. Experience in power flow analysis and dynamic modeling of the bulk power grid. Background in applied electric power research in industry, academia, or labs. Proficiency in power flow analysis tools and energy management systems. Expertise with IBRs, DERs, microgrids, and transmission technology. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (NERC, FERC) and scripting languages (SQL, PL/SQL). Comfort working across UNIX, Windows, Linux platforms, and with advanced analytics or machine learning. Success in the First Year Looks Like: Staying updated on emerging grid technologies and evaluating their operational impacts. Familiarity with MISO's tools and systems, including EMS, power flow, and stability modeling. Collaborating with Operations to define research needs and support pilot projects. Appropriate level will be determined based on experience and knowledge. Transformative innovations are happening in the electric industry, and MISO plays a crucial role in managing the electricity grid for 45 million Americans. We offer a hybrid work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K from day one. #J-18808-Ljbffr