Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
Grid Research Principal Engineer
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), Carmel, Indiana, United States, 46033
Grid Research Principal Engineer – Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking a
Grid Research Principal Engineer
to lead the advancement of innovative solutions that support reliable operations of the future grid. This role will provide critical technical expertise, drive applied research initiatives, and collaborate across internal teams and external stakeholders. What You’ll Do
Apply expertise in Energy Management Systems (EMS) and advanced power flow engineering to evaluate options, visualize potential outcomes, develop innovative approaches, and provide well-informed recommendations. Analyze and recommend solutions using advanced power flow and dynamic stability modeling tools (e.g., PSS/E, VSAT). Lead engineering studies and pilots that advance grid reliability functions such as voltage/frequency stability, congestion management, and control room technologies. Provide thought leadership on Inverter‑Based Resources (IBRs), Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), and other emerging grid technologies, leveraging technical expertise in advising, framing, and delivering business impact‑driven research. Collaborate with Operations and R&D teams to evaluate technologies and develop actionable insights from grid data. Advise industry working groups, task forces, and stakeholder committees with technical expertise, research findings, and insights. Support projects such as Large Load Integration, Grid Enhancing Technologies, DERs, and other related issues impacting reliable grid operations. What You’ll Bring
8+ years of real world/applied experience in the electric power industry, preferably with utilities, RTOs/ISOs, or control room grid operations. Proven experience applying electric power research in industry, academic, or lab settings, with a track record of delivering practical solutions that create measurable business or industry value. Experience with power flow analysis and bulk power grid dynamic modeling and simulation – required. Experience with real‑time grid operations technology including EMS, SCADA, state estimator, real‑time contingency analysis – required. Experience with phasor measurement unit data and wide‑area measurement applications. Subject matter expertise with IBRs, DERs, and emerging transmission technology such as power flow controls, dynamic line ratings, and topology optimization. Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. PhD preferred, but not required. Success In The First Year Looks Like
Staying up to date on emerging grid technologies—such as IBRs, large loads, DERs, and advanced transmission technologies—to evaluate their operational impacts and help define key research questions. Building familiarity with MISO’s reliability tools and systems, including the EMS, power flow modeling, and dynamic stability modeling techniques to support high‑quality research. Collaborating with Operations teams to define research needs related to large load integration and supporting the development of a research agenda and the implementation of pilot or demonstration projects. Salary & Benefits
Base salary for this role is $152,000 – $173,000 USD annually. MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), vacation, sick time, and available on your first day of employment. Position is eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. Location
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) – Central United States 45 million consumers.
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Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is seeking a
Grid Research Principal Engineer
to lead the advancement of innovative solutions that support reliable operations of the future grid. This role will provide critical technical expertise, drive applied research initiatives, and collaborate across internal teams and external stakeholders. What You’ll Do
Apply expertise in Energy Management Systems (EMS) and advanced power flow engineering to evaluate options, visualize potential outcomes, develop innovative approaches, and provide well-informed recommendations. Analyze and recommend solutions using advanced power flow and dynamic stability modeling tools (e.g., PSS/E, VSAT). Lead engineering studies and pilots that advance grid reliability functions such as voltage/frequency stability, congestion management, and control room technologies. Provide thought leadership on Inverter‑Based Resources (IBRs), Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), and other emerging grid technologies, leveraging technical expertise in advising, framing, and delivering business impact‑driven research. Collaborate with Operations and R&D teams to evaluate technologies and develop actionable insights from grid data. Advise industry working groups, task forces, and stakeholder committees with technical expertise, research findings, and insights. Support projects such as Large Load Integration, Grid Enhancing Technologies, DERs, and other related issues impacting reliable grid operations. What You’ll Bring
8+ years of real world/applied experience in the electric power industry, preferably with utilities, RTOs/ISOs, or control room grid operations. Proven experience applying electric power research in industry, academic, or lab settings, with a track record of delivering practical solutions that create measurable business or industry value. Experience with power flow analysis and bulk power grid dynamic modeling and simulation – required. Experience with real‑time grid operations technology including EMS, SCADA, state estimator, real‑time contingency analysis – required. Experience with phasor measurement unit data and wide‑area measurement applications. Subject matter expertise with IBRs, DERs, and emerging transmission technology such as power flow controls, dynamic line ratings, and topology optimization. Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. PhD preferred, but not required. Success In The First Year Looks Like
Staying up to date on emerging grid technologies—such as IBRs, large loads, DERs, and advanced transmission technologies—to evaluate their operational impacts and help define key research questions. Building familiarity with MISO’s reliability tools and systems, including the EMS, power flow modeling, and dynamic stability modeling techniques to support high‑quality research. Collaborating with Operations teams to define research needs related to large load integration and supporting the development of a research agenda and the implementation of pilot or demonstration projects. Salary & Benefits
Base salary for this role is $152,000 – $173,000 USD annually. MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), vacation, sick time, and available on your first day of employment. Position is eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. Location
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) – Central United States 45 million consumers.
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