Mgr Operations Planning Job Carmel area,Indiana USA,Engineering

Indiana
720 City Center Drive
Carmel, IN 46032, USA

Minnesota
2985 Ames Crossing Rd
Eagan, MN 55121, USA

Arkansas
1700 Center View Dr
Little Rock, AR 72211, USA

This is more than an operations leadership role. It is an opportunity to drive innovation. Working collaboratively across system operations, market operations, and external stakeholders, you’ll champion continuous improvement, automation, and data driven solutions that modernize outage coordination and strengthen grid reliability. You’ll play a critical role in advancing a forward‑looking operations planning ecosystem rooted in engineering excellence, operational discipline, and strong partnership.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and develop a high‑performing engineering team through accountability, technical excellence, and employee growth
Oversee the reliable and timely execution of transmission and generation outages in alignment with MISO Tariff, Business Practice Manuals, reliability standards, and operating procedures
Ensure engineering studies are accurate, well‑documented, technically sound, and completed according to quality assurance and validation processes
Collaborate with system operations and market operations teams to strengthen coordination, execution consistency, and continuous performance improvement
Drive enhancements in processes, tools, technology, automation, workflow efficiency, and data visibility to improve quality and customer experience
Build and maintain strong relationships with Transmission Owners, Generator Operators, vendors, and neighboring RTOs to support effective communication and coordination
Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning
Represent Operations Planning in internal and external committees, working groups, and project teams
Recruit, develop, and retain a diverse, highly skilled workforce through effective performance management and development planning

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
Master’s degree in engineering, energy systems, business administration, or related field preferred
Experience in transmission planning, operations planning, and system operations required
Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams and cross‑functional initiatives
Strong communication, collaboration, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills with the ability to lead in a fast‑paced operational environment

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $,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 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K available on your first day of employment.

MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced 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 talented and dedicated team does every day.

Bachelors or better in Electrical Engineering or related field.

Preferred

Masters or better.

Experience Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer
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