Under the close supervision of the Manager develops skills and knowledge towards complex engineering projects and assignments supports power system studies integrates enhances and supports advanced applications. Acts as coordinator and tester in the design engineering and testing of market software (Real Time and Day Ahead Market Applications) and network applications (State Estimator (SE) Real Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA) Dispatcher load Flow etc. in EMS) software. Anticipates identifies and resolves engineeringrelated problems or potential problems within assigned areas and may propose solutions to such issues. Coordinates software changes with other internal departments and with associated vendors as appropriate. Provides technical support and business rule support to other departments and external entities relating to market and reliability operations. Participate in various customer initiatives including but not limited to Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) and Reliability Coordination (RC).
Whats In It for You
Our purpose is to lead the way to tomorrows energy network. Make a difference and impact millions of people who depend on electricity in their everyday lives.
- You get to work on interesting and challenging assignments that will help grow your skill set.
- You will work in an extremely collaborative environment inside our LEED certified Folsom California campus.
- You will be challenged be a part of a winning team and your contributions will be rewarded and recognized.
What You Will Be Doing
Performs functional and regression testing of existing applications and new features added in the domain of DayAhead / Realtime Market Market Quality Solutions and Transmission Network Applications (State Estimator (SE) and Real Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA) in EMS Voltage Stability Analysis (VSA) and Dynamic Stability Analysis (DSA). Validates that software and network model meets the business rules policies and operation reliability.Provides support to the operations floor (including occasionally scheduled inperson) including dayahead hourahead and realtime desks. Provides training guidance and supervisory support for oncall staff as appropriate.Demonstrates knowledge of policy issues and related matters. Anticipates identifies and resolves engineeringrelated problems and potential problems within assigned areas.Maintains the current applications analyzes system errors from multiple angles and works with others to determine the root cause of the problem. Focuses on prompt recovery of the system and provides timely problem resolution.Partners with other staff to define functional requirements for Market Operations and advanced Network Applications and increase mutual understanding of the capability of optional computer solutions to satisfy needs.Integrates enhances improves tests and supports DayAhead Market (DAM) RealTime Market Market Quality Services (MQS) applications as well as other advanced applications related to operations.Performs the duties needed to supplement designing testing and documenting user training or other such activities when necessary.Requires 24 / 7 oncall support (as part of a rotation with the team).Qualifications :
Education and Experience Requirements :
A Bachelors degree (BA BS) in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Power Systems Computer Science or related technical field.Masters degree preferred.This is an entry level position no experience is required.Certifications :
FE exam or EIT preferred.Type of Experience :
Experience with one or more of the following is required :Power Systems
Power Systems OperationsEnergy Management Systems (EMS)Advanced network applicationsCIMXMLRealtime systemsMarket operationWeb servicesOraclePrior internship or project work within the Utility Industry strongly preferred.Additional Skills and Abilities :
Strong verbal and written communication and documentation skills required with a demonstrated attention to detail.Ability to use deductive reasoning and analytical thinking with sound judgment and decisionmaking skills.Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are also essential.Must be selfstarting and willing and able to work independently in a dynamic corporate organization under pressure of tight deadlines and aggressive expectations.Problem solving skills with the ability to influence others without direct authority.Must be able to work effectively in a team environment as facilitator and team member.Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.Additional Information :
The pay range for the Associate Power Systems Technology Engineer is $35.23 $58.72 per hour.
We will also consider a Power Systems Technology Engineer position. This level requires a Bachelors degree (BA BS) in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in Power Systems Computer Science or related technical field. Master Degree preferred. Equivalent years of education and training plus two 2 or more years related experience. The pay range for the Power Systems Technology Engineer is $42.77 $71.28 per hour.
Remote Work : Employment Type :
Fulltime
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Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Salary : $43 - $71
