Engineer thru Senior Engineer- Transmission Management System/Smart Grid

Oncor • Dallas, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Engineer with the Transmission Management System (TMS)/Smart Grid team, you will develop concepts, strategy and tactical processes to create and sustain the operational data bases for the TMS/ Distribution Management System (DMS). These systems are the real time control tools for the Transmission and Distribution networks.

Requirements

• Four year Engineering degree from an accredited University is required.
• Good experience and skills in the use of database applications.
• Two years experience of significant work with databases (for Engineer).
• Four years experience of significant work with databases (for Engineer Staff).
• Six years experience of significant work with databases (for Engineer Sr).
• Experience in the use of database applications (for Engineer Staff and Engineer Sr).
• Working knowledge of Inter-Control Center Communications (ICCP) -computer communication protocols.
• Working knowledge of power system model definitions.
• Functional knowledge of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) processing.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with a NERC CIP certification are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants with experience with TMS/DMS modeling are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants with knowledge of TMS/DMS configuration (domains, servers and their functions) are encouraged to apply.
• Good knowledge of utility operations, utility equipment, and design and construction techniques that produce the electric grid.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain the TMS/DMS models.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems within the TMS/DMS models.
• Ensure that maintenance of these models is accurate, timely and in accordance with all applicable North America Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) protocols.
• Partner with TMS/DMS vendors on the implementation and testing of the system.
• Provide support to the TMS/DMS staff.
• Provide input to T&D services management regarding staffing, system modifications, new products, and other relevant processes.

Benefits

• Annual incentive program
• Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
• Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%
• 401k match for student debt program
• Cash balance pension plan
• Adoption Assistance
• Mental health resources
• Employee resource groups
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury
• Commuter benefits
• Electric vehicle incentive program
• Appliance purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level