Electric Grid Planning Analyst

ISO New England, Inc•Windsor, CT

3d•$86,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

ISO New England is seeking an engineer or analyst for the Capacity Requirement and Accreditation group within System Planning. The role supports regional and national resource capacity planning and accreditation initiatives, including capacity auction reforms. It contributes technical analyses, study development, and stakeholder engagement to implement and refine methodologies for assessing resource contributions to system adequacy and reliability. The analyst also represents ISO New England in regional and national forums by supporting studies, committees, and regulatory discussions. The position performs bulk power system simulations using industry-standard tools and works with ISO staff, external consultants, Market Participants, committees, and regulatory entities. It develops and documents resource adequacy and reliability studies, responds to information requests, and communicates complex analyses to diverse audiences. The role is currently located in Windsor, Connecticut, and is expected to move permanently to Holyoke, Massachusetts, in 2028. The work environment is hybrid, with three days per week onsite. Distance-based relocation assistance is available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship; candidates residing outside the United States must relocate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, economics, operations research, energy systems, or a related quantitative field.
Self-motivation and strong attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively across teams.
Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly in writing and verbally.
Foundational knowledge of probability, statistics, forecasting, and data analysis, including the ability to evaluate trends, test assumptions, and support long-term planning decisions.
Ability to analyze large datasets, develop insights, and present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience using analytical tools and programming languages such as Python, R, MATLAB, SQL, or similar through coursework, internships, research, or professional experience.
Interest in electricity markets, system planning, power system reliability, or energy policy.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of electric power systems, generation resources, transmission networks, or electricity market fundamentals.
Graduate degree in engineering, science, statistics, applied mathematics, or a related field.
Experience with probabilistic resource adequacy metrics, such as LOLE or EEU, and/or production cost modeling.
Familiarity with ISO New England/NEPOOL processes and stakeholder engagement.
Knowledge of NPCC, NERC, ISO New England, and/or FERC reliability and regulatory requirements.
Experience applying probabilistic modeling tools to resource adequacy or reliability studies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience with Python, R, MATLAB, SQL, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

Perform bulk power system simulations using industry-standard software, including GE MARS, SERVM, and PLEXOS.
Coordinate and facilitate technical and procedural work within ISO New England and with Market Participants, NEPOOL and ISO committees, and regional and national regulatory entities.
Collaborate with ISO staff and external consultants on resource adequacy and reliability studies.
Prepare comprehensive written reports documenting study objectives, assumptions, methodologies, results, and recommendations.
Support and participate in internal and external regional and national committees, task forces, and working groups as required.
Respond to data and information requests from regional and national reliability organizations and state and federal regulators.
Communicate complex analyses effectively to diverse stakeholder audiences.
Contribute technical analyses, study development, and stakeholder engagement for capacity planning and accreditation initiatives.