Market Application Engineer

Post Date

Jan 13, 2026

Location

Taylor,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

76574
US
Mar 20, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Programmer / Developer

Req #

AUS-de3d2721-6e03-41e1-86fe-4651e16fd2a8

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

An employer is seeking a Market Application Engineer to join their power market operations team, focusing on the technical implementation and support of market applications from an IT systems perspective. This role combines engineering expertise with market operations knowledge to design, implement, and troubleshoot critical power market systems. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between power systems engineering and IT implementation, ensuring seamless transition of systems into production environments. He or she will design and implement market application systems for power grid operations and market functions, validate power system models and ensure compliance with industry protocols, analyze market and grid data and develop reporting and analytical tools.
The Market Application Engineer with coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve issues so ability to communicate cross functionally is critical. This role is fully remote if outside of the Austin, TX area and hourly pay ranges from $60 - $70+/hr depending on experience and feedback from the client.

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Required Skills & Experience

3+ years of experience in power systems engineering or electrical grid operations such as MMS/EMS

2+ years of experience with system implementation and production deployment processes

Knowledge of working with SQL and Excel

Experience with technical troubleshooting and problem-solving in mission-critical environments

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related engineering field required

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with Python, PowerWorld, PSSE

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.