Senior Power Systems Engineer

Description As our Senior Power Systems Engineer, you will help MISO analyze future operating conditions on the Bulk Electric System (BES) and determine the actions needed to allow maintenance of existing, and construction of new electrical facilities to occur. You will perform power‑flow analysis on the transmission and generation level to ensure reliability of the grid. You will have access to some of the best tools in the industry and have opportunity to solve critical problems as MISO prepares for the operation of the future! Responsibilities Building power system models in EMS/PSSE for near‑term and long‑term analysis Running power flow, contingency, and voltage/transient stability analyses. Identifying outage‑driven congestions and mitigation options necessary for grid reliability and energy market efficiency Making decisions to approve, reschedule, or deny outage works based on detailed engineering analysis and results. Coordination outages with MISO’s stakeholders on best practices and timeliness of outage planning. Creatively originating, participating in, and leading innovative automation projects and process improvement efforts as needed in a changing power system space. Collaborating with other MISO internal teams like Real‑time Operations, Market Operations, Transmission Planning, and others to ensure system reliability, resilience, and efficiency. Success Metrics You can run an internal outage coordination process cycle (outage season). You have developed at least one process improvement initiative. Qualifications Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology. Experience At least five years of relevant work experience. Preferred Qualifications Completed courses in Power Systems. Benefits The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $124,000.00 – $149,000.00 USD annually. Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment. Information about MISO 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. Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Job Category: Engineer. Full‑Time. #J-18808-Ljbffr