Director, Transmission Planning

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Cedar Park, TX

5d•$173,200 - $216,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Transmission Planning directs the overall activities of Pedernales Electric Cooperative’s Transmission Planning department and leads transmission system planning, analysis, modeling, and interconnections in support of the Cooperative’s strategic initiatives. The position develops short- and long-term system-wide transmission plans and the transmission capital improvement plan, guides system interconnections, and ensures facility improvements comply with applicable NERC Reliability Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Guides, and Cooperative reliability requirements. The Director oversees the evaluation and development of transmission facility improvements and additions, supports Transmission Operations and regulatory filings, and coordinates with internal departments, consultants, customers, developers, members, and government entities. The position also leads and develops department staff, manages the department budget and operating procedures, establishes work priorities and performance metrics, and performs a full range of supervisory responsibilities. The position is based at the physical office at 120 Cottonwood Creek Trail, Building A, Cedar Park, Texas. It may involve travel and may require more than 40 hours per week. The role is exempt and receives a fixed bi-weekly salary covering all hours worked during each pay period. The position is open until filled. Starting base pay is at least $173,200, with KPI bonuses and competitive benefits; the midpoint of the pay range is $216,500. Starting pay within the full range may vary based on experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Fifteen years of directly related work experience, including five years of supervisory experience.
Registered Professional Engineer in the State of Texas.
Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of power flow analysis required to maintain compliance with NERC Reliability Standards and ERCOT Protocols and Guides.
Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and budgeting.
Knowledge of computer systems, including hardware and software use, data entry, configuration, and information processing.
Knowledge of ERCOT protocols and guides and NERC standards.
Knowledge of customer service principles and processes.
Knowledge of power system analysis, including load-flow programs such as PSS/E.
Skill in CCN and RTP processes, time management, and prioritizing and managing changing priorities.
Ability to lead and direct a work team; read and understand diagrams and design drawings; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; listen to and understand verbal and written information; and anticipate, identify, analyze, and resolve conflict and problems.
Ability to meet physical demands that may include standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, sitting or standing for long periods, and lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel and, when required, work more than 40 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

A Master’s degree may substitute for two years of directly related work experience as a Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

Manage and direct the overall activities of the Transmission Planning department.
Provide technical leadership for transmission planning, including directing and performing transmission planning studies.
Develop short-term and long-term system-wide plans for the Cooperative’s transmission system.
Develop the Cooperative’s electric transmission capital improvement plan.
Manage and guide transmission system interconnections, including system studies for interconnecting new generation and load.
Ensure facility improvements are identified in accordance with NERC Reliability Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Guides, and Cooperative reliability requirements.
Represent the Cooperative in ERCOT Steady State and Dynamic Working Groups, including providing model parameters for Cooperative-owned facilities.
Participate in the ERCOT Regional Planning Group.
Maintain the database for Cooperative facility ratings in accordance with applicable NERC and ERCOT requirements and the Cooperative’s facility ratings procedure.
Support regulatory filings related to Transmission Cost of Service filings and petitions to amend the Cooperative’s Certificate of Convenience and Necessity for new facilities.
Coordinate with consultants, customers, distribution planning and operations, substation engineering, system maintenance, and transmission operations to identify improvements needed to provide reliable transmission service.
Oversee evaluation and development of transmission facility improvements and additions.
Provide support to Transmission Operations.
Coordinate assigned projects with Cooperative management, consultants, members, developers, and government entities.
Guide and mentor department engineers and staff, and provide engineering support to other departments.
Lead departments and projects; recruit, instruct, supervise, train, evaluate, counsel, and provide guidance to employees, including recommendations for personnel actions.
Communicate work procedures and company policies to staff and ensure employees understand their responsibilities.
Develop and review operating procedures; develop and manage the department budget; and establish work priorities and activities.
Establish metrics and prepare monthly reports.
Coordinate activities with other departments and maintain the security of confidential information.
Stay current with technological advances and demonstrate regular and prompt attendance.
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.