Engineer II Generation Interconnection
About The Position
The Engineer II – Generator Interconnection evaluates new and changing generation across the MISO footprint. The role assists with power system studies that determine how generation can reliably interconnect to the transmission system, and serves as a technical resource for interconnection customers, Transmission Owners, and neighboring RTOs. Depending on assignments, the engineer may help coordinate studies from kickoff through completion and keep stakeholders aligned. The position supports system impact studies for generator interconnection requests in MISO’s Generator Interconnection Queue, reviews projects proposed by MISO’s Transmission Owners, and communicates study results, technical requirements, and project details to customers and other stakeholders. The work helps guide generation projects, identify possible transmission improvements, and maintain reliable grid operations as the generation fleet evolves.
Requirements
- 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 2 years of job-related experience.
Nice To Haves
- Specific power system planning or operations experience.
- Experience with one or more of PSS/E, MUST, TARA, TSAT, and VSAT.
- Previous energy industry experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist with system impact studies for generator interconnection requests in MISO’s Generator Interconnection Queue, evaluating the reliability impacts of connecting new resources to the transmission system.
- Review projects proposed by MISO’s Transmission Owners and provide technical recommendations based on power system analysis and established reliability requirements.
- Assist with assigned projects by communicating study results, technical requirements, and project details to interconnection customers, Transmission Owners, neighboring RTOs, and internal teams.
- Depending on assignments, help coordinate studies from kickoff through completion and keep multiple stakeholders aligned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, and sick and safe time available on the first day of employment.
- Eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
