Associate System Operator

Wabash Valley Power Alliance • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role facilitates core functions within WVPA’s Operations Center to ensure the safe and reliable delivery of energy to our members. You will be a central contact point, coordinating communication between Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs), WVPA members, and our operations team to maintain efficient and secure energy distribution. This role requires handling real-time monitoring and control systems, supporting system operators, and managing communication during planned and unplanned events.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Engineering or a technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to obtain NERC and PJM certifications within nine months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience working in an Operations Center, operating or managing transmission/substation equipment.
• Knowledge of electric power system reliability standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain NERC certification as a Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator and PJM Transmission Owner Operator certification within 9 months of hire.
• Serve as the primary contact for IOU/member communication, ensuring seamless restoration of service in planned and emergency situations.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with IOUs, REMC member staff, and WVPA personnel for various outage scenarios, using three-part communication for operational activities.
• Monitor transmission and distribution systems using EMS (Energy Management System) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Develop and implement operational procedures in line with member cooperatives and IOUs.
• Ensure compliance with NERC reliability standards, the National Electric Safety Code, and Good Utility Practice.
• Coordinate system outage schedules and operational activities, including the use of mobile substations during planned or emergency events.
• Monitor storm activities and support the Operations Center as needed.

Benefits

• We offer continuing education, flex time, health benefits, a 401(k) match and pension plan, and much more.
• No Sweat - We offer a wellness program that includes a payroll credit for medical insurance, an on-site fitness center for your convenience and extra vacation days for participating. We’ll even throw in a fitness device reimbursement to keep you on track!
• Flex Time - Our flexible schedule means you can work in your appointments or family events and maintain a comfortable work-life balance.
• Stay in School - We value employees who have a desire to learn, so we provide funds for continuing education. We also offer in-house training and ongoing development through our internal GROW program.
• Keep it Casual - When you work for us, you work in comfort. Blue jeans are the norm in our office and we make them look good!
• Work Hard, Play Hard - We reward our employees with generous vacation time, to the tune of up to five weeks off a year. Even our new employees receive credit for prior work experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees