R&D Analyst/Engineer
About The Position
ISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in its region and planning for the future of the electric grid. Planning Services Development & Solutions develops tools, modeling frameworks, and market design analytics to support planning for resource and energy adequacy amid decarbonization, electrification, emerging technologies, evolving public policy, and shifting demand. In this high-visibility role, the R&D Analyst/Engineer leads rigorous, defensible analysis and research to inform system planning and market outcomes. The work delivers actionable insights across capacity and energy adequacy modeling, demand forecasting, supply accreditation, and long-term system projections. The position may be considered at Senior or Lead levels as well.
Requirements
- M.S. or Ph.D. in Engineering, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or a related technical field, plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in a related technical field plus 5+ years of relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in power system planning or research, including optimization, probabilistic resource and energy adequacy assessment, and/or production cost (economic dispatch) simulation.
- Strong quantitative and data analysis skills, including experience working with large, complex datasets to identify trends, drivers, and sensitivities.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, lead workstreams, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
- Knowledge of planning and operating criteria and standards and the reliability framework, such as ISO/RTO practices, NERC, and NPCC.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without employer-sponsored work visas; the employer does not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Responsibilities
- Assess future system needs, including locational and temporal reliability trends, and evaluate how technologies contribute to capacity value, flexibility, and energy adequacy.
- Lead research on optimal future resource mix development using optimization and scenario analysis, including multi-objective reliability, cost, emissions, and flexibility; technology portfolios under uncertainty; and long-term planning under deep decarbonization.
- Propose, analyze, and communicate market design improvements; run simulations and what-if studies to quantify impacts; and lead stakeholder discussions to align modeling approaches with real-world outcomes.
- Lead and/or provide technical direction for comprehensive assessments of resource capacity and energy adequacy for the New England power system, including LOLE, EEU, and other risk metrics.
- Develop and implement modeling techniques to represent emerging supply- and demand-side resources, including renewables, storage, DERs, demand response, and electrification, in probabilistic reliability assessments.
- Enhance and modernize resource adequacy models, assumptions, and datasets to reflect changing system conditions, operating practices, and policy and regulatory drivers.
- Define enhancements and new functionality for reliability, resource, and demand models; partner with software vendors and internal teams to implement, validate, and document improvements.
- Benchmark and evaluate alternative analytical tools and methodologies for resource adequacy, capacity accreditation, and production cost/economic dispatch to strengthen planning and market studies.
- Provide project and technical leadership across internal teams, external stakeholders, and regional planning organizations; present findings in clear, decision-ready formats for technical and non-technical audiences.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with a base salary and performance bonus.
- Enhanced 401(k) and financial planning support; a 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
- Wellness programs, including an onsite gym.
- Flexible work hours.
- Onsite luncheon spaces with free coffee and a variety of dining options.
- Distance-based relocation assistance is available.
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
- Student debt benefit.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits.
- Paid time off and paid leave.
- Employee assistance program.
- Other company perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
