Transmission Modeling Lead

EDP Renewables • Houston, TX

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. General Description The Transmission Modeling Lead will be responsible for power system transmission analysis and SECD modeling supporting operations and development. The focus will mainly be on LMP and congestion analysis to help shape congestion hedging efforts while working closely with operations and asset management. You will track regulatory developments in assigned markets in order to advise the project team in handling all transmission-related issues and minimizing potential risks for the company.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics or Engineering, Master’s degree preferred
• 5 – 10 years in the utility industry; generation interconnection experience preferred
• Must have experience in nodal markets and LMP forecasting tools (Dayzer or UPLAN, Promod, etc)
• Thorough knowledge of FERC, OATT, OTD, RTOP, and NERC policies
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Thorough knowledge of PSSE and Power Flow software
• Ability to deal with complex issues from a high theoretical level to implementation details (e.g., ability to understand technical standards and how they will eventually impact commercial activity)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Microsoft Project preferred
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform transmission modeling and SCED analysis using Dayzer, TARA, PSS/E (or other) and provide congestion and basis forecast to formulate FTR/CRR bidding strategies in support of asset operations and optimization
• Track transmission and generation outages/upgrades and use the necessary tools to model them and evaluate their impact
• Provide transmission strategy and guidance to developers
• Proactively work to ensure that changes in market rules will favor EDPR’s portfolio
• Work with project developers to ensure each project has adequate transmission or the access needed to ensure competitiveness
• Support Market Operations and the rest of the Energy Management team in all transmission-related matters
• Mitigate transmission risks within EDPR’s portfolio
• Work with negotiations staff to answer transmission-related questions
• Responsible for transmission procurement in primary and secondary markets
• Perform transmission load flow and LMP analysis and run models of the ISO system to determine impact on EDPR’s wind portfolio
• Analyze, forecast, and provide guidance regarding Financial Transmission Rights (FTRs), forward prices, transmission congestion, and LMP basis price spread
• Represent EDPR’s interests in regional meetings
• Manage EDPR's TRS queues and TSR portfolio
• Additional duties as required

Benefits

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees