Reliability Coordinator - NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO)

MISO • Carmel, IN

8d • $127,000 - $137,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Reliability Coordinator - NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO) conducts continuous analysis based on changing data and models and makes adjustments to mitigate potential risks to MISO and its stakeholders. As part of the Reliability Coordination function, the position helps resolve transmission congestion to maintain reliable operation of the interconnection on a 24x7 basis and supports the integrity and safe, reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System. The role also offers the opportunity to provide input on process improvement initiatives.

Success in the first year means demonstrating situational awareness, discretion, independent judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to act promptly and decisively in response to complex and unplanned situations. MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S., using research and technology to support reliable power flows for 45 million people, operate the grid and energy market, and plan for the future.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Business, or another related field, or at least four years of relevant work experience.
• Successful completion of the Oral Board and Simulation Certification for the assigned functional desk following on-the-job training, or successful post-hire completion of that certification.
• Current NERC/RC Certification, or ability to obtain NERC Certification following on-the-job training and before operating the assigned functional desk.
• At least four years of work experience in electrical engineering, generation system dispatch, transmission system operations, merchant operations, generation operational planning, or power accounting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct continuous analysis based on changing data and models.
• Make adjustments to mitigate potential risks to MISO and its stakeholders.
• Help resolve transmission congestion to maintain reliable operation of the interconnection on a 24x7 basis.
• Help maintain the integrity and safe, reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System.
• Provide input on process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate situational awareness, discretion, independent judgment, critical thinking, and prompt, decisive action in complex and unplanned situations.

Benefits

• 401k
• Vacation, sick and safe time available on the first day of employment
• Annual bonus eligibility if individual performance and company objectives are met

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time