Power System Engineer - Renewable Forecasting and Analysis

Electric Reliability Council of Texas•Taylor, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides engineering analysis and technical support for reliable electric power grid operations and for power system planning and operation, in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols, and Market Guides. The role supports the development, evaluation, and operational use of wind and solar forecasts, including forecast performance analysis and reporting, renewable telemetry data quality, Pay-for-Performance (P4P) evaluation, and coordination with ERCOT meteorologists and control room staff. Responsibilities and independence vary by level. Level 1 works under direct guidance on routine monitoring, reporting, data preparation, and forecast-related questions. Levels 2 and 3 typically work independently on analyses, telemetry issues, P4P calculations, vendor performance, and forecast model improvements. Senior and Lead levels provide increasing technical leadership, set methods and direction, coordinate stakeholders and vendors, lead projects and reporting, and mentor or oversee less experienced staff. The position is hybrid in Taylor, Texas, with work in the office two days per week. The expected salary range is $89,000–$122,000.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent knowledge gained through a combination of education and experience.
Level 1 requires no minimum job-related work experience beyond degree requirements.
Level 2 requires at least 2 years of job-related work experience beyond degree requirements.
Level 3 requires at least 3 years of job-related work experience beyond degree requirements.
Ability to perform the essential functions proficiently, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Support engineering analysis and technical work for reliable power grid operations, planning, and operation.
Support the development, evaluation, and operational use of wind and solar forecasts.
Monitor and analyze wind and solar forecast performance and prepare forecasting reports.
Monitor renewable telemetry performance and data quality; investigate and help resolve issues.
Gather data and perform or support Pay-for-Performance (P4P) calculations and analyses.
Apply data analysis, statistical, and AI/ML techniques to evaluate and improve in-house forecast models.
Evaluate renewable parameters in ERCOT applications and recommend or lead tuning changes.
Monitor vendor forecast performance against contract requirements and service level agreements.
Coordinate with ERCOT meteorologists, control room staff, ERCOT departments, Market Participants, and regulatory agencies on forecast matters.
Develop and enhance tools, processes, procedures, and the ERCOT Forecast Presentation Platform (FPP).
At senior and lead levels, define forecast analysis methods, evaluate probabilistic forecasts, identify new forecasting use cases, and provide technical direction for the forecasting program.
At lead level, support vendor procurement and contract lifecycle activities, including RFPs, renewals, and SLAs.
Lead or participate in multifunctional teams, projects, audits, stakeholder meetings, and reporting; mentor or train less experienced engineers and analysts.
Communicate analytical results and prepare reports or presentations for stakeholders, management, the ERCOT Board of Directors, and regulatory agencies as appropriate.