Associate Engineer (Spark Engineering Rotational Program)

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future. The NYISO invites applications for full-time Associate Engineers to join the NYISO’s rotational Spark program.

The Spark Engineer will serve consecutive six-month sessions developing a wide range of Engineering practices employed by the NYISO across the organization. The NYISO’s Spark Program is a two-year rotational program, during which participants will gain a strong foundational knowledge of the NYISO’s core business areas, while developing the necessary technical skills to support these business areas. Successful candidates will be self-motivated professionals who display effective collaboration in a team-based environment and are able to manage multiple competing priorities with the use of good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Upon the successful completion of the two-year rotational program, the Spark Engineer will be guaranteed a full-time professional level role (i.e. Engineer) within the NYISO.

As a Spark Engineer, you can expect to:

• Develop and demonstrate technical expertise and strong leadership skills
• Work on impactful and challenging problems in the energy industry during their 6-month rotations in departments such as: Operations, Market Operations, Market Structures, and System and Resource Planning. This may include:
  • Supporting all aspects of transmission and generation facility outage coordination functions at the NYISO
  • Developing engineering studies and performing analysis regarding system reliability and regulatory impacts on transmission system and reliability
  • Developing complex power system models
  • Supporting NYISO activities related to the Install Capacity (ICAP) market, including performing time-sensitive analysis and providing support for the administration of the ICAP auctions
  • Assisting in the design, modification, and implementation of market rules for the NYISO’s market products
• Receive mentorship and technical training from leaders in the energy sector
• Participate in workshops geared towards professional development
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required. Overall GPA must be greater than or equal to 3.0/4.0. A concentration in electric power system engineering is preferred.
• No prior industry related or professional experience required. Experience in electric power systems, transmission security, power flow analysis, security constrained dispatch, and/or resource adequacy helpful; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Desire and interest to work in the Energy Industry preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate an analytical approach to problem solving
• Strong team and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross functionally
• Excellent communication skills and ability to clearly articulate technical problems and solutions

The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.

The NYISO offers the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance. While the majority of the responsibilities of this role can be performed remotely, in most cases, employees will have periodic on-site requirements based on business needs.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.