Generation Interconnection Engineer II
About The Position
As an Engineer II – Generation Interconnection at MISO, you will support the generation interconnection process by helping new energy resources connect to the electric grid safely, reliably, and efficiently. You will conduct power system studies, evaluate proposed generation resources and HVDC facilities, and collaborate with interconnection customers, transmission owners, and internal teams to address technical challenges and advance projects. The role also offers opportunities to manage projects, improve processes, and take ownership of work supporting the evolving needs of the electric grid. Success in the role includes independently managing and performing studies involving surplus interconnection, generator suspension, retirement and replacement requests, and merchant HVDC requests; conducting affected system studies for generator interconnection requests within MISO and neighboring transmission systems; evaluating projects proposed by Transmission Owners and making technical recommendations; contributing to internal and external committees, task forces, and working groups; and applying sound engineering judgment to deliver timely solutions aligned with applicable standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements. The position is based in Carmel, Indiana; Eagan, Minnesota; or Little Rock, Arkansas. MISO manages the electricity grid and energy market across the Central U.S., supporting reliable power delivery to 47 million people throughout North America.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a qualifying engineering discipline.
- At least two years of experience in power system planning, power system operations, or a related field.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using power system analysis tools such as PSS/E, MUST, TARA, TSAT, or VSAT.
- Previous experience in the electric utility or broader energy industry.
Responsibilities
- Independently manage and perform power system studies involving surplus interconnection, generator suspension, retirement and replacement requests, and merchant HVDC requests.
- Conduct affected system studies for generator interconnection requests within MISO and neighboring transmission systems, identify potential impacts, and recommend solutions.
- Review and evaluate projects proposed by Transmission Owners and provide technical recommendations.
- Contribute technical knowledge to internal and external committees, task forces, and working groups.
- Apply engineering judgment to develop timely, effective solutions aligned with applicable standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with interconnection customers, transmission owners, and internal teams to address technical challenges and advance projects.
- Manage projects, improve processes, and take ownership of work supporting grid needs.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Vacation, sick, and safe time available on the first day of employment.
- Eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
