Midcontinent Independent System Operator
Generation Interconnection Outlet Engineer
June 2009 — Present
Generator Interconnection
Summary of Responsibilities:
-Review new applications for Generator Interconnection Requests.
-Perform Feasibility Studies along with long term transmission planning studies using a PSSE power-flow model.
-Track the progress of projects through the Generator Interconnection Queue study process.
-Conduct Ad-hoc sessions
-Present educational forums for people unfamiliar with the MISO process
-Provide our customers and members with open, transparent, and frequent communication.
-Research issues/solutions for further development and possible implementation
Compliance with all processes, procedures, and standards applicable to SAS 70 (Statement on Auditing Standards 70), CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection), Change Management, Tariff (Open Access Transmission and Energy Markets Tariff), FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation), U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and NAESB (North American Energy Standards Board).