Principal Advisor Economic, Interregional and Policy Planning

This role is responsible for coordinating across System Planning to implement key base business activities, including Long Range Transmission Planning development, long-term technology evolution, and technical support on economic, interregional, and policy planning. The position ensures compliance with assigned system planning processes while driving strategic initiatives that strengthen reliability and support long-term business goals.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading the development and support of Long-Range Transmission Planning tranches.
• Coordinating technology implementation efforts that enhance economic, interregional, and policy planning.
• Advancing enhancements to Economic, Interregional, & Policy Planning policies and tools in alignment with MISO’s reliability framework and strategic priorities.
• Driving change initiatives in collaboration with MISO, vendors, and industry partners to advance System Planning.
• Providing expert technical guidance on economic and policy matters that influence strategic direction.
• Supporting System Planning staff with expertise in regional and interregional planning coordination.
• Compiling, analyzing, and presenting project status reports for management.
• Preparing and reviewing reports for MISO transmission owners, stakeholder committees, regulators (FERC, NERC, and state), and other stakeholders on long-term transmission planning.
• Contributing to divisional budgets and forecasts by aligning operational requirements with divisional strategy.
  
  

After one year in this role, success is demonstrated by the ability to effectively represent key planning initiatives both technically and strategically, foster broad collaboration across planning teams, and provide strong support in business framing to drive technology improvements.

Our Principal Advisor Economic, Interregional & Policy Planning Requires

• Bachelor’s degree in, Engineering, Finance, Business Management, or related field
• At least ten (10) years’ of relevant work experience
  
  

While Not Required, It Would Be Advantageous To Possess

• Master’s Degree
• Previous project management experience
  
  

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of energy. Apply today and join us in revolutionizing the transmission industry!

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $178,000-$200,000 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.

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