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Power Systems Engineer - Operations Analytics

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT)
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/13/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2025

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 diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We accept and celebrate those that join us and recognize that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. A diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

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 and 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.

JOB DUTIES

  • 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.
  • Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects.
  • May respond to inquiries and / or provide assistance and / or guidance to lower-level workers.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

  • 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. Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways
  • 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
  • May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced 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
  • REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry
  • Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT.

    PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Experience in data analysis / analytics and working with large data sets / relational databases is Preferred
  • EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Required)
  • or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required
  • CERTIFICATION

  • PE Professional Engineer (Preferred)
  • WORK LOCATION - Taylor, TX :

  • Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at minimum 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management
  • On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager
  • Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.
  • Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
  • The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. #LI-IV

    ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.

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