Energy Market and Operations Analytics Advisor or Senior Engineer

Midcontinent Independent System Operator • Carmel, IN

83d • $123,000 - $143,000

About The Position

As our Market and Operations Analytics Advisor or Senior Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of the power grid that serves 45 million people. In this position, you'll apply advanced engineering and analytical techniques to evaluate and report on the performance and outcomes of MISO's energy markets and system operations. As part of a growing and collaborative team, you'll work across the organization to deliver compelling storytelling on the performance and outcomes of MISO's energy markets and operations. You'll identify and communicate trends and insights, support data-informed decisions, and drive process improvements that enhance the value, efficiency, and reliability of the energy grid.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology.
• Have at least four years of hands-on experience in areas such as power system engineering, modeling and simulation, energy market and operations, data science, statistical and econometric analysis, market analysis and design, or optimization algorithms.
• Demonstrate proficiency with data analytics tools and languages commonly used for power system and market analysis-such as Power BI, Python, SQL, and Azure.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with power system engineering tools like PSSE, PowerGEM, PROMOD, or Plexos.
• Previous experience in the energy industry, particularly with ISO/RTO markets, system operations, or utility planning.
• A Master's or PhD in a relevant technical or analytical field.

Responsibilities

• Effectively apply advanced engineering and analytical techniques to assess the performance and outcomes of MISO's energy markets and operations, conduct impact assessments, and support analytics-driven decision-making.
• Collect and thoroughly analyze complex, cross-departmental data sets to identify trends and insights, investigate anomalies, and uncover opportunities to enhance energy market and operations performance.
• Develop and deliver clear data visualizations, narratives, and metrics that effectively communicate energy market and operations performance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across the organization to communicate results, resolve issues, and influence process improvements that drive value and reliability.
• Conduct ad-hoc engineering analyses on major operational and energy market events or scenarios, presenting findings to support timely and informed business decisions.
• Establish, streamline, and automate analytical processes to ensure efficient, consistent, and impactful outcomes.

Benefits

• 401k
• vacation
• sick and safe time
• annual bonus eligibility based on performance and company objectives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees