Registration & Certification Engineer/Analyst

Texas Reliability Entity Inc • Austin, TX

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

Texas Reliability Entity, Inc. (Texas RE) is hiring a Registration & Certification Engineer/Analyst to support its mission of reducing risks to the reliability and security of the electric Bulk Power System within the ERCOT Interconnection. The role performs technical analysis and supports Texas RE’s Registration and Certification Program, ensuring applicable users, owners, and operators of the Bulk Electric System in the ERCOT region meet NERC criteria for inclusion on the NERC Compliance Registry and are properly registered or certified for the appropriate functions.

The position also provides administrative support to the department, participates in industry working groups, and collaborates with other Texas RE departments on matters and projects related to registration and certification. Employees work a hybrid schedule, with at least two days in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays and the option to work remotely three days per week. Employees may also use Flexible Friday to shift working hours earlier in the week. Candidates must reside in the Austin-metro area or be able to reliably commute to the office within a reasonable amount of time. Travel may be required up to 20%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field of study, or six years of applicable experience (for example, engineering or auditing) in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in an industry-related environment, in excess of the stated degree/experience requirements.
• Solid knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards and processes.
• Solid knowledge of ERCOT Procedures, Operating Guides, and Protocols.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, ability to articulate complex emerging issues, ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines, ability to develop solutions to technical challenges, presentation skills, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Reside in the Austin-metro area or be able to reliably commute to the office within a reasonable amount of time.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working as a System Operator or in a Control Center.
• Experience creating or reviewing system one-line diagrams.
• Experience working in Transmission Planning or Transmission Systems Operations.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization software and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical analysis of registration applications, including reviewing one-line diagrams and interconnection agreements, to determine whether an entity is a candidate for registration.
• Lead and participate in certifications, certification reviews, and related activities.
• Interface and collaborate with subject matter experts, internal departments, unregistered and registered entities, Regional Entities, NERC, and FERC.
• Facilitate periodic reviews of the inventory and Bulk Power System elements, ensure associated responsible entities are listed on the NERC Compliance Registry, and update the registry as needed.
• Approve registration applications and NERC notification letters.
• Manage and maintain a database of Bulk Power System elements within the Texas RE region.
• Participate in implementing registration and certification tools and assist with system enhancement testing.
• Coordinate with Texas RE Compliance Assessment and Enforcement departments on registration and certification matters as necessary.
• Coordinate Joint Registration Organization and Coordinated Functional Registrations activities.
• Participate in NERC-led Panel Reviews with Regional Entities and NERC as needed.
• Analyze registration and risk trends, registration processing, and board-related metrics.
• Prepare presentations and communicate program requirements through outreach meetings with interested stakeholders.
• Assist with NERC help desk tickets related to ERO Portal access rights and the Centralized Organization Registration ERO System (CORES).
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Travel up to 20%.

Benefits

• Texas RE pays 100% of employee-only medical, dental, vision, life and accidental death and dismemberment (ADD), short-term disability, long-term disability, and employee assistance program coverage.
• Dependent medical and dental coverage, voluntary life and ADD, legal services, and identity protection are offered at minimal cost to employees.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) savings plan with an employer contribution of 10% of employee compensation; full vesting after three years.
• Employer match of 75% of employee contributions, up to 6%; matching contributions vest at 20% per year and are fully vested after five years of employment.
• Hybrid work schedule with up to three remote workdays per week.
• Flexible Friday option to shift working hours earlier in the week.
• Opportunities for personal growth in an inclusive, collaborative work environment.

What This Job Offers

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