Network Model Analyst Sr (Electric Utility Industry)

ERCOT•Taylor, TX

10d•$96,000 - $132,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Processes ERCOT Network Operations Model Change Requests (NOMCRs), Collaborative Action Model Requests (CAMRs), and Resource (RSCR) requests, and develops graphical representations of these change requests in the Energy Management System (EMS). Applies relevant skills, knowledge, and work experience to ensure the Network Operations Model is accurate and up to date. Coordinates requests and one-line displays within the Network Model Group and other ERCOT departments, coordinates the day-to-day model and one-line creation schedule, and creates and maintains EMS one-line displays. At the Senior level, serves as a departmental subject matter expert, handles complex issues and critical projects within and outside the department, provides on-the-job training, and mentors and advises less experienced teammates. May oversee and guide other coworkers’ work. The role is hybrid in Taylor, Texas, with work at the location two days per week.

Requirements

Associate degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge.
At the Senior level, at least 5 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements.

Responsibilities

Process and analyze submitted NOMCR, CAMR, and RSCR data.
Coordinate the NOMCR, CAMR, and RSCR process flow internally and externally to ERCOT.
Create and update Production and Future one-line diagrams as required by the Protocols.
Facilitate and resolve Market Participant model data issues.
Coordinate model and one-line creation and case schedules.
Coordinate with data stakeholders on data exchange and transmission network model maintenance through the NOMCR, CAMR, and RSCR processes.
Attend and observe NDSWG meetings; at Level 3 and above, represent the Network Modeling Group at NDSWG and other meetings as needed.
Coordinate GenMaps with generation resources external to ERCOT for EPS metering purposes.
Work with ERCOT System Operations, System Operations Support, Market Operating Services Support, Client Services, Metering, and other internal departments regarding models, one-line displays, and model data.
Use data-mining mechanisms and, at Level 3 and above, create them and request improvements.
Understand Nodal Protocols and implement them through business processes and procedures at Level 3 and above.
Create and update group procedures at Level 3 and above.
Provide rapid and effective responses to internal and external customer requests at Level 3 and above.
Verify that the Network Model is ready for use in operations applications after model changes or updates at Level 3 and above.
Serve as the department’s subject matter expert and handle complex issues and critical projects.
Provide on-the-job training and mentorship to less experienced teammates; may oversee and guide coworkers’ work.
Understand and apply relevant professional principles, theories, concepts, standard practices, and procedures; contribute to assigned objectives and outcomes.