ISO New England Inc. ยท 5 hours ago
Optimization and Simulation Engineer - Electricity Markets
Holyoke, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$136K/yr - $198K/yrISO New England is the independent system operator responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable flow of electricity in the region and planning for the future of the electric grid. They are seeking a talented engineer to join their Advanced Technology Solutions department to conduct research in electricity markets, develop mathematical models, and provide technical support for software related to power systems and optimization techniques.
Energy
Responsibilities
Conduct research in the area of electricity markets, power system reliability and optimization techniques
Participate in developing mathematical models for new or existing electricity markets or other area related to power systems
Participate in designing, development and testing of software for power system simulation, grid reliability assessment and electricity markets clearing
Maintain and provide technical support for the in-house developed software
Collaborate with other ISO-NE departments and external organizations in the area of electricity markets, optimization and software development
Qualification
Required
PhD or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, Operational Research, Applied Math or Computer Science
Experience in developing software for wholesale electricity markets, including relational database and optimization techniques
Knowledge of the electricity market operation
Understanding of power system operations and analysis
Experience with programming and modeling languages such as Java, Python, GAMS, AIMMS etc
Working experience with commercial optimization solvers such CPLEX and GUROBI
Interest in acquiring knowledge and expertise in new technologies related to electricity markets, optimization and computing
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental and vision)
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
A 401(k) plan with generous employer contributions
Student debt benefit
Life and AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Critical illness and hospital indemnity benefits
Paid time off
Paid leave
A wellness program
An employee assistance program
Other great company perks
Company
ISO New England Inc.
Keeping the power flowing reliably and at competitive prices to the homes, businesses, and industries across the six diverse states of New England is a complicated, demanding, and ever-evolving job.
Founded in 1997
501-1000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
Vamsi Chadalavada
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
2025-12-09
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