ROCC Operator I

EDP Renewables•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The ROCC Operator will be responsible for directing, monitoring, and coordinating the operation of EDPR NA wind assets from the Remote Operations Control Center (ROCC). You will ensure that the operations of Wind Power Plants (WPP) comply with all applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards and practices. You should be able to work well independently with guidance in only complex situations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of training and experience
3+ years in power system operations, power production, or related energy operations
Must be willing to obtain EDPR NA ROCC Operator certification within 9 months from the date of hire
Must already have or be willing to obtain PJM System Operator certification within 12 months from the date of hire
Thorough knowledge of AC theory and power flow
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, OSI PI, and database development and management
Bilingual in English/Spanish
Ability to use multiple OEM SCADA applications
Ability to understand and put into practice energy market selling processes
Ability to influence individuals and groups
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong background in electrical AC theory and power flow
High attention to detail and ability to be self-motivated
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to perform job tasks in a collaborative working environment
Availability and willingness to work a rotating schedule as assigned, with shifts comprising a 24-hour, seven days per week operation

Responsibilities

Monitor real-time control center operations and the performance of wind farms across the US and apply established procedures in order to guarantee maximum availability, sale of energy, and wind farm service
Report and document the status of forced and planned plant outages to Regional Transmission Organization/ Independent System Operators (RTO/ISO)
Develop and implement effective strategies to maximize the WPP value by capturing profit opportunities in the real-time power markets
Evaluate system alarms and irregularities, taking corrective action as outlined in established guidelines
Ensure quality and accuracy of EDPR NA real-time generation information being tele-metered to RTO/ISO
Call-out field and emergency service personnel when appropriate
Direct electrical substation switching at EDPR NA facilities using a detailed understanding of the Company’s electrical switching practices
Ensure turbine and substation data integrity for internal databases used for reporting purposes
Use OEM SCADA (Original Equipment Manufacturer Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) to control the real and reactive power of the 5 unique types of turbines now in use
Maintain understanding of the energy markets where Company assets are located
Maintain understanding of commercial practices as they relate to managing merchant power pricing and scheduling
Additional duties as required