Senior Engineer - Policy Planning

Overview

In this role, you'll help guide 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 and technologies.

Along the way, you'll use cutting‑edge modeling tools such as PLEXOS, PROMOD, and PSS/E to bring data‑driven insights to life.

• 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.
• Help guide 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.

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.

• 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 six years of relevant experience. Prior industry experience is preferred in areas such as electric energy resource planning, energy policy, electric power industry economics, power plant and transmission line modeling, environmental regulations, or project management, with additional preference given to candidates who have worked for an Independent System Operator (ISO), Regional Transmission Operator (RTO), federal or state regulatory commission, Electric Reliability Organization (ERO), Regional Reliability Organization (RRO), or a utility.

While not required, it would be great if you had experience in economic modeling of power systems (such as EGEAS, PROMOD, or PLEXOS).

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $134,000–$159,000 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.

Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k), vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

Transformative innovation is happening in the electric industry, from digitalizing homes and distributed resources to renewable energy and an ever‑changing grid. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. and, using groundbreaking research and sophisticated technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million Americans. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it's what our immensely hard‑working and dedicated team does every day.

MISO, The Work We Do.

Join #TeamMISO to be a driving force as we build the grid of the future.

MISO offers a comprehensive benefits package available on your first day of employment.

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