Manager Resource Utilization

Description

As MISO’s Manager – Resource Utilization, you will lead a team at the center of critical transmission planning and interconnection activities that directly impact grid reliability, market efficiency, and the integration of new energy resources across the MISO footprint. This role goes beyond technical leadership, providing an opportunity to guide strategy, develop talent, improve processes, and influence how planning models, study methodologies, and interconnection evaluations support the evolving energy landscape.

• Lead the execution of generator modification studies, generator retirement studies, and HVDC studies in alignment with MISO Tariff and BPM requirements.
• Ensure accurate, defensible study results while driving accountability for on-time milestone delivery.
• Direct the development, validation, and maintenance of power flow, short circuit, stability, and deliverability models used throughout the planning process.
• Oversee data quality initiatives and automated validation processes to improve consistency, reduce rework, and strengthen study accuracy.
• Collaborate with Transmission Owners, Interconnection Customers, and internal teams to validate assumptions, resolve data issues, and ensure study readiness.
• Lead cross-functional coordination between engineering, modeling, and automation teams to maintain alignment on tools, methodologies, and workflows.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance throughput, reduce cycle times, and improve customer experience.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing technical team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of technical energy industry experience and two (2) years of leadership experience.
• Appropriate level will be determined based on experience and knowledge.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $166,000–$191,000 USD annually. Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. Benefits include 401(k), vacation, sick and safety leave, and other comprehensive benefits available on your first day of employment.

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Job Category:
Manager. Full-Time.