Associate System Operator

AES US • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Lead System Operator and Team Leader of System Operations, the Associate System Operator works under the direction of the Lead System Operator to support the safe, stable, reliable, economical, and environmentally correct operation of the Bulk Electric System, from generating station substations through distribution substations. The role supports compliance with NERC, FERC, RFC, IURC, and MISO requirements and directs field personnel during switching operations involving the Bulk Electric System.

The position assists with direct system operation in a training capacity and supports field switching by authorized personnel. During emergencies, the Associate System Operator works with department management to protect transmission system integrity, prevent loss of life, and minimize equipment damage. The role also monitors system conditions, recommends corrective actions when abnormalities arise, and coordinates with internal operations management and interconnected utilities around the clock to maintain effective interconnection procedures.

Requirements

• Associate degree demonstrating aptitude in mathematics and electrical theory, together with previous work experience demonstrating basic electrical utility knowledge, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• High degree of electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Available to work all System Operations shifts, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Ability to pass the NERC Certification exam within 6 months.
• Computer proficiency and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in a real-time operations environment on all shifts.
• Understanding of power substation equipment and power system electrical fundamentals.
• Ability to interpret substation one-line diagrams and electrical schematics.

Nice To Haves

• Current NERC Certification.
• Electric utility experience in transmission and/or distribution operations.
• Successfully pass the EEI System Operator/Power Dispatch (SOPD) pre-screening exam.
• Electric utility job-related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in a training capacity with the direct operation of the Bulk Electric System.
• Assist authorized personnel with field switching operations, including substation inspectors/switchmen, substation mechanics, electricians, line technicians, Relay/SCADA specialists, trouble technicians, and other personnel required to operate system equipment.
• During emergency operating conditions, work with department management to protect transmission system integrity, prevent loss of life, and minimize damage to transmission system components.
• Confer with the Lead System Operator and other System Operations management personnel about matters affecting Bulk Electric System operations.
• Communicate with personnel at interconnected utilities on a 24-hour basis and exchange information needed to maintain effective interconnected procedures.
• Monitor system conditions for issues affecting Bulk Electric System reliability and recommend immediate corrective actions to department management when abnormalities are detected.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree