Midcontinent Independent System Operator
Grid Research Principal Engineer
Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Carmel, Indiana, United States, 46033
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Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) Pay Range
This range is provided by MISO. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$141,000.00/yr - $168,000.00/yr Additional compensation
Annual Bonus: Starting Salary Range: $147,000 - $168,000. Position is also eligible for an annual bonus based on performance and company objectives. Role Overview
MISO seeks a
Principal Grid Research Engineer
to lead innovative solutions for reliable future grid operations. This role involves integrating IBRs, DERs, large loads, and new transmission tech, providing expertise, leading research, and collaborating internally and externally. Deep knowledge of power flow engineering, grid modeling, and stability techniques is essential, along with a passion for solving reliability challenges. Responsibilities Lead engineering studies and pilots to enhance grid reliability (voltage/frequency stability, congestion management, control room tech). Provide thought leadership on IBRs, DERs, and emerging grid tech, guiding impactful research. Use advanced power flow techniques to analyze options, visualize, and recommend solutions. Analyze and recommend solutions using tools like PSS/E, VSAT. Collaborate with Operations and R&D to evaluate technologies and derive insights. Advise industry groups and stakeholder committees with research findings. Support projects related to load integration, grid tech, DERs, and reliability.
Qualifications
8+ years in the energy sector, preferably with utilities or grid operators. Masters in Electrical or related engineering; Ph.D. preferred. Experience in power flow analysis and dynamic modeling of the bulk grid. Research background in electric power industry, academia, or labs. Proficiency with power flow analysis tools and energy management systems. Expertise in IBRs, DERs, microgrids, transmission tech. Knowledge of NERC, FERC regulations, scripting (SQL, PL/SQL). Comfort with UNIX, Windows, Linux, and analytics/machine learning.
First Year Success
Stay updated on emerging grid tech and evaluate operational impacts. Learn MISOs tools and systems for high-quality research. Collaborate with operations on research needs and pilot projects.
We offer a hybrid work environment, comprehensive benefits including 401K from day one, and opportunities to work on transformative industry innovations. Additional Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering, Research, Other Industry: Utilities
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Principal Grid Research Engineer
role at
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) Pay Range
This range is provided by MISO. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$141,000.00/yr - $168,000.00/yr Additional compensation
Annual Bonus: Starting Salary Range: $147,000 - $168,000. Position is also eligible for an annual bonus based on performance and company objectives. Role Overview
MISO seeks a
Principal Grid Research Engineer
to lead innovative solutions for reliable future grid operations. This role involves integrating IBRs, DERs, large loads, and new transmission tech, providing expertise, leading research, and collaborating internally and externally. Deep knowledge of power flow engineering, grid modeling, and stability techniques is essential, along with a passion for solving reliability challenges. Responsibilities Lead engineering studies and pilots to enhance grid reliability (voltage/frequency stability, congestion management, control room tech). Provide thought leadership on IBRs, DERs, and emerging grid tech, guiding impactful research. Use advanced power flow techniques to analyze options, visualize, and recommend solutions. Analyze and recommend solutions using tools like PSS/E, VSAT. Collaborate with Operations and R&D to evaluate technologies and derive insights. Advise industry groups and stakeholder committees with research findings. Support projects related to load integration, grid tech, DERs, and reliability.
Qualifications
8+ years in the energy sector, preferably with utilities or grid operators. Masters in Electrical or related engineering; Ph.D. preferred. Experience in power flow analysis and dynamic modeling of the bulk grid. Research background in electric power industry, academia, or labs. Proficiency with power flow analysis tools and energy management systems. Expertise in IBRs, DERs, microgrids, transmission tech. Knowledge of NERC, FERC regulations, scripting (SQL, PL/SQL). Comfort with UNIX, Windows, Linux, and analytics/machine learning.
First Year Success
Stay updated on emerging grid tech and evaluate operational impacts. Learn MISOs tools and systems for high-quality research. Collaborate with operations on research needs and pilot projects.
We offer a hybrid work environment, comprehensive benefits including 401K from day one, and opportunities to work on transformative industry innovations. Additional Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Engineering, Research, Other Industry: Utilities
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