Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
Power Systems Engineer III
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), Little Rock, Arkansas, United States, 72208
Power Systems Engineer III - MISO
As a
Power Systems Engineer III
at MISO, you will analyze future operating conditions on the Bulk Electric System (BES) and determine the actions needed to support maintenance and the construction of new electrical facilities. You’ll perform power-flow and stability studies at both the transmission and generation levels to ensure grid reliability. With access to some of the best tools in the industry, you’ll help solve critical challenges as MISO prepares for the grid of the future.
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.
Responsibilities
Build power system models in EMS/PSSE for near-term and long-term analysis
Run power flow, contingency, and voltage/transient stability analyses
Conduct dynamic and transient stability studies to assess system performance under various scenarios
Identify outage-driven congestion and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure grid reliability and market efficiency
Make decisions to approve, reschedule, or deny outages based on detailed engineering analysis
Coordinate outages with MISO stakeholders, ensuring best practices and timely planning
Lead or contribute to innovative automation projects and process improvement initiatives
Collaborate with internal teams such as Real-Time Operations, Market Operations, and Transmission Planning to support system reliability and resilience
Success Criteria
Run an internal outage coordination process cycle (outage season)
Develop at least one process improvement initiative
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
At least four years of relevant work experience
Completed courses in Power Systems (preferred)
Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge
Compensation & Benefits Base salary compensation range $106,000.00 – $131,000.00 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. 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.
Benefits include 401(k), vacation, sick and safe time, and other benefits available on your first day of employment.
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Power Systems Engineer III
at MISO, you will analyze future operating conditions on the Bulk Electric System (BES) and determine the actions needed to support maintenance and the construction of new electrical facilities. You’ll perform power-flow and stability studies at both the transmission and generation levels to ensure grid reliability. With access to some of the best tools in the industry, you’ll help solve critical challenges as MISO prepares for the grid of the future.
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.
Responsibilities
Build power system models in EMS/PSSE for near-term and long-term analysis
Run power flow, contingency, and voltage/transient stability analyses
Conduct dynamic and transient stability studies to assess system performance under various scenarios
Identify outage-driven congestion and recommend mitigation strategies to ensure grid reliability and market efficiency
Make decisions to approve, reschedule, or deny outages based on detailed engineering analysis
Coordinate outages with MISO stakeholders, ensuring best practices and timely planning
Lead or contribute to innovative automation projects and process improvement initiatives
Collaborate with internal teams such as Real-Time Operations, Market Operations, and Transmission Planning to support system reliability and resilience
Success Criteria
Run an internal outage coordination process cycle (outage season)
Develop at least one process improvement initiative
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology
At least four years of relevant work experience
Completed courses in Power Systems (preferred)
Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge
Compensation & Benefits Base salary compensation range $106,000.00 – $131,000.00 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. 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.
Benefits include 401(k), vacation, sick and safe time, and other benefits available on your first day of employment.
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