Policy Planning Engineer III

Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc.•Eagan, MN

45d•$115,000 - $134,000

About The Position

In this role, you'll dive into complex technical studies to identify the most economically optimal mix of new generation resources and supply options, ensuring that our system can meet future needs while adapting to evolving policies, technologies, and market dynamics. Your work will directly inform MISO members, stakeholders, and state and federal regulators as they evaluate the reliability and economic impact of emerging energy policies. Along the way, you'll use cutting-edge modeling tools such as PLEXOS, PROMOD, and PSS/E to bring data-driven insights to life. This is an opportunity to combine technical expertise with big-picture strategy-helping to guide the energy industry toward a reliable, sustainable, and economically efficient future.

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 three years of relevant experience

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Technology, Policy, or Systems Planning.
Prior industry experience in any of the following: resource planning, economic modeling of power systems (such as PLEXOS. EGEAS, or PROMOD), power systems engineering, engineering economics, economics, energy policy, or project management.
Prior industry experiences working for an Independent System Operator (ISO), Regional Transmission Operator (RTO), federal or state regulatory commission, Electric Reliability Organization (ERO), Regional Reliability Organization (RRO) or utility.

Responsibilities

Shape the future of the grid by building multiple forward-looking planning scenarios across a 20-year horizon-accounting for economic shifts, policy changes, technology advancements, and more.
Support resource planning efforts by running capacity expansion simulations using tools like PLEXOS and other advanced modeling software.
Translate complex analyses into clear insights-using graphs, charts, and compelling narratives that highlight the "so what" behind the data.
Enhance and support MISO's economic modeling framework for the bulk power system using industry-leading simulation tools.
Collect, validate, and process critical input data from internal and external sources to ensure accurate, actionable analysis and reporting.