Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) · 8 hours ago
Senior Engineer Markets Research and Development
Carmel, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
4+ years expMidcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is focused on shaping the future of energy. They are seeking a Markets Research and Development Senior Engineer to tackle complex challenges in electricity markets and operations, utilizing engineering and operations research techniques to support data-informed decisions and innovative solutions for the electricity industry.
Electrical DistributionEnergyNon Profit
Responsibilities
Apply power engineering or operations research techniques to analyze complex data, evaluate multiple solutions, and recommend actions
Develop and maintain computer modeling tools, execute simulations, and analyze results to support decision-making
Gather, preprocess, and examine energy market or infrastructure data from multiple sources to drive accurate analysis and reporting
Utilize advanced optimization, power engineering, control theory, and analytical techniques to develop algorithms and innovative solutions
Clearly document findings through reports, charts, and presentations to communicate insights effectively and accurately
Collaborate with MISO business teams, university researchers, and national lab partners to develop innovative solutions using simulations and analysis
Partner with market design, operations, internal stakeholders, and external research organizations to advance solutions from concept to further development and production, delivering strategic and measurable value to MISO processes and members
Qualification
Required
At least 4 years of relevant work experience, with a 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 (or a related degree and an additional 2+ years of internal experience)
Specific experience within any of the following: electricity market design, operations, or research and development; electricity market analysis; or system planning and development in the energy industry (required)
Understanding of electricity market principles, including electricity market tariffs, industry regulations, and NERC/FERC compliance requirements, with the ability to apply this knowledge to real-world market and operational challenges
Experience in quantitative analysis, optimization algorithms, and mathematical modeling to represent complex engineering and economic systems and support data-driven decision-making
Hands-on experience with power system modeling, simulation, and advanced analytics, integrating complex datasets from multiple sources to evaluate scenarios and outcomes
Preferred
Master's or PhD preferred
Previous design and development of software systems for electricity markets experience (preferred)
Benefits
401k
Vacation
Sick and safe time
Company
Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
MISO is the electric grid operator for the central United States.
501-1000 employees
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