Real Time Power System Engineer 3 - Shift

ERCOT • Taylor, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future. Real Time Power Engineer provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Market Guides. Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system. Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to monitor and control the system, performs system studies, analyzes simulated or actual operating results, develops solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations. Works closely with the ERCOT Control Room System Operators providing engineering support through execution of power flow studies, stability assessments, outage coordination support, system applications support, and troubleshooting of all software tools to maintain impeccable situational awareness Maintains high-quality, continuous execution of the online ERCOT State Estimator, Real-Time Contingency Analysis, and Voltage/Transient Stability Analysis tools Must be able to think and react quickly in a high-stress, high-urgency environment Performs independent engineering studies including power flow and stability analysis utilizing advanced applications Assesses grid conditions and recommends appropriate action based on engineering studies Develops and authors appropriate management plans for mitigation of temporary and ongoing grid vulnerabilities Identifies network model and applications quality issues and works with ERCOT support groups to resolve associated problems Assists with execution of ERCOT System Operations procedures and recommends improvements if needed Works side-by-side with ERCOT System Operators and in direct communication with ERCOT Market Participants to maintain reliability and security of the ERCOT Interconnection Gathers information and notifies ERCOT management and engineering support groups of noteworthy grid events and incidents Troubleshoots all situational awareness tools available to Control Room staff Logs information regarding grid conditions to continually track the status of the ERCOT Interconnection and highlight recurring concerns Supports the ERCOT Network Model database load process Processes off-hours ERCOT Outage Scheduler submissions as needed Prepares daily/regular reports to inform ERCOT departments of current grid status and recent developments Serves as subject matter expert for System Operations Support cross-training and project assistance Must be able to quickly develop proficiency with grid applications, particularly Alstom EMS Suite, Powertech DSATools, and ABB MMS Suite Expertise with MS Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel including macros and some VBA coding Must be able to obtain NERC System Operator Reliability Certification within first 6 months of employment Level 1 Works under the direction of a senior level engineer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures Learns how to use and develop software tools that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies Under direct supervision, participates in teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies Level 2 - Above + May provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other engineers/analysts May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts Typically works independently on assignments and projects Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies efficiencies departmental/organizational Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed Senior - Above + Serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert for the department Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex engineering scenarios Works on the most complex engineering issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways May coordinate, provide presentations and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants and industry Regulatory agencies Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with team and other internal departments Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts Leads multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience as a power system engineer or similar type role
• Experience within the electric utility industry preferred
• Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift, including nights and weekends
• Bachelor's Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Required) or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

Nice To Haves

• PE Professional Engineer (Preferred)
• NERC System Operator Reliability Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Market Guides.
• Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system.
• Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to monitor and control the system, performs system studies, analyzes simulated or actual operating results, develops solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations.
• Works closely with the ERCOT Control Room System Operators providing engineering support through execution of power flow studies, stability assessments, outage coordination support, system applications support, and troubleshooting of all software tools to maintain impeccable situational awareness
• Maintains high-quality, continuous execution of the online ERCOT State Estimator, Real-Time Contingency Analysis, and Voltage/Transient Stability Analysis tools
• Must be able to think and react quickly in a high-stress, high-urgency environment
• Performs independent engineering studies including power flow and stability analysis utilizing advanced applications
• Assesses grid conditions and recommends appropriate action based on engineering studies
• Develops and authors appropriate management plans for mitigation of temporary and ongoing grid vulnerabilities
• Identifies network model and applications quality issues and works with ERCOT support groups to resolve associated problems
• Assists with execution of ERCOT System Operations procedures and recommends improvements if needed
• Works side-by-side with ERCOT System Operators and in direct communication with ERCOT Market Participants to maintain reliability and security of the ERCOT Interconnection
• Gathers information and notifies ERCOT management and engineering support groups of noteworthy grid events and incidents
• Troubleshoots all situational awareness tools available to Control Room staff
• Logs information regarding grid conditions to continually track the status of the ERCOT Interconnection and highlight recurring concerns
• Supports the ERCOT Network Model database load process
• Processes off-hours ERCOT Outage Scheduler submissions as needed
• Prepares daily/regular reports to inform ERCOT departments of current grid status and recent developments
• Serves as subject matter expert for System Operations Support cross-training and project assistance
• Must be able to quickly develop proficiency with grid applications, particularly Alstom EMS Suite, Powertech DSATools, and ABB MMS Suite
• Expertise with MS Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel including macros and some VBA coding
• Must be able to obtain NERC System Operator Reliability Certification within first 6 months of employment

Benefits

• ERCOT offers an excellent benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan.
• The medical, dental, vision, and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none.
• Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Additionally, 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future.

What This Job Offers

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