What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transmission Operations Engineer II position at Omaha Public Power?
The Engineer II - Transmission Operations provides technical consulting to the Transmission Operations Department through engineering analysis. Ensure the integrity, reliability, and safe operation of OPPD's Transmission System and effective utilization of transmission capacity. Ensure compliance with applicable NERC Operating Reliability Standards. Analyze and track Transmission outage data. Conduct planned outage analysis, scheduling, and coordination and prepare operational guides to address constrained electric facilities. Work with internal and external customers in a technical advisory capacity. The incumbent also, provides planning, engineering, and construction departments with expert operations technical advice. Work with Key Account Executives, Field Supervisors and Corporate Communications to provide outstanding customer service. Participate on local and regional operations committees when applicable.
Prepare operating guides for constrained Transmission facilities and work with OPPD's Reliability Coordinator and T&D System Planning to ensure reliable operations. Work with T&D System Planning to recommend operating criteria, system improvement projects, and provide capital budgeting support.
Provide technical support for real time Transmission operations including : short term outage analysis, security / contingency analyses, power flows, operating guides, transmission circuit loading, and load balance / shifts recommendations. Perform analysis to determine EMS alarms criteria, accuracy and response.
Ensure compliance with NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) Reliability Standards and SPP operating protocols / criteria. Provide leadership in procedure writing and audit preparations.
Utilize and develop a thorough knowledge of the analytical operating tools for power system, voltage, loading, and outage analysis. Software tools include, TOA, PSSE, SynerGEE, OMS, EMS, CIS, etc... Team with EMS, IT, and other groups in the development of software tools, computer models, and study data.
Collaborate with other work groups to implement in new technologies, including TOA, EMS Network Applications (state estimator, security analysis, power flow, etc.), and Training Simulator scenarios.
Perform outage scheduling and coordination including coordinating transmission system plans with regional entities and adjacent Transmission Operators to provide for integrated, reliable regional plans in a systematic manner. Enter and update OPPD transmission outages in the regional scheduling system (SPP - CROW).
As assigned, participate in local and regional operational committees to remain abreast of all factors contributing to effective Transmission Operations and to allow for District influence in such matters.
Track, analyze, and correct transmission outage data for reporting, inquiry response, and to make process recommendations to reduce customer outage frequency and duration. Submit applicable BES outages to NERC TADS per the TADS reporting requirements.
Participate in planning and scheduling of switching functions to ensure the integrity and safe operation of the Transmission System.
Help ensure timely and accurate maintenance of department electronic and paper records.
Maintain 24 hour availability for technical and professional assistance, storm restoration, and emergency response. When assigned, participate in 24x7 after hour's duty supervisor rotation to direct remedial actions.
Support operational investigation of switching incidents, Hold Order violations, or near misses.
Qualifications
Required :
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution.
Two (2) years of equivalent engineering work experience. Master's degree may be considered for up to two years of experience.
Valid driver's license.
Desired :
Degree with an emphasis in power systems studies.
NERC Operator Certification, successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or other relevant certification.
Experience using advanced modeling software to complete operational studies and analyses such as load flow analyses, contingency analyses, and other power system studies.
Working knowledge of EMS / SCADA hardware and software.
Co-op, internship, or other relevant program experience.
Experience with converged IT / OT environments.
Effective communication skills (written and verbal) with co-workers, vendors, and customers (internal and external).
Self-starting and multi-tasking abilities.
Ownership and accountability to provide timely, accurate results and openness to improvement and change.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Familiarity with Electric Utility Operations, Planning, Design, and Construction Practices.
Closing Statement
Salary Grade : S4
Minimum : $88,546
Midpoint : $110,682
At Omaha Public Power District , we're passionate about three things : power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.
WE ARE : Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.
WE¿RE COMMITTED TO : Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We're dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.
OUR JOB : To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people's lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We're always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are - wherever you are¿ and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.
Org Marketing Statement
EOE : Protected Veterans / Disability
How To Apply
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before 3 / 8 / 2025.
Recruiter : Michael Fierro - mrfierro@oppd.com #LI-MF
PLEASE NOTE - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.
Salary : $110,682
