Power Systems Engineer - Operations Analysis

About the position

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow's energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Conducts evaluation of actual events and disturbances experienced on the System to determine if Resources including Aggregate Distribution Energy Resources (ADERs) performance meets Protocols and NERC Standards.
• Develops operational plans to improve power system performance and Resource performance requirements, as appropriate.
• Provides technical support to implement projects including Revision Requests that impact Energy Management Systems' (EMS') Generation Subsystem.
• Serves as subject matter expert (SME) for the planning and operation of the electric power system.
• Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to monitor and control the system.
• Performs system studies, analyzes simulated or actual operating results, develops solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations.
• Understands and applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture.
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
• May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower-level workers.
• Serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert for the department.
• Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex engineering scenarios.
• Works on the most complex engineering issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.
• May coordinate, provide presentations, and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants, and industry Regulatory agencies.
• Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with team and other internal departments.
• Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager.
• Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts.
• Leads multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies.
• Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices.
• May provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other engineers/analysts.
• Typically works independently on assignments and projects.
• Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments, and perform studies.
• Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies.
• Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum 3+ years of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry.
• Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering or related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in data analysis/analytics and working with large data sets/relational databases.
• PE Professional Engineer certification.

Benefits

• Flexible on-site schedules based on business needs.
• Remote work options from Texas residence.