ERCOT
Operations Engineer Lead
Taylor, TX · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$144k-$198kDetected 22 days ago
PythonMATLABSQLData AnalysisCustomer SupportElectrical EngineeringLeadership
About the role
- Our world class, exceptional engineering teams work collaboratively with generators and control room operators to solve the energy demands of today using cutting edge technologies and resources.
- Additional analysis include system frequency control performance, Generator, Intermittent Renewable Resource (IRR), Energy Storage Resource (ESR) and price responsive load monitoring, and Ancillary Service (AS) quantification.
- Additionally, working with Market Participants in establishing new Nodal Protocol and Operating Guide Revisions as our grid evolves with changing resource mix, load growth and electrification of the grid.
Responsibilities
- This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT.
- Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system.
- Engineers on this team will focus on working with our Energy Management System specifically with tuning and support of Load Frequency Control, Resource Limit Calculator, and Generation to be Dispatched.
- Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed
Requirements
- Requires minimum 8 years job related experience in excess of degree requirements
- Experience as a power system engineer or similar type role is required for upper level positions.
- Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering or related field (Required)
- The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Nice to have
- Experience within the electric utility industry preferred
- Experience in data analysis/analytics and working with large data sets/relational databases is Preferred. ie Python, SQL, VBA, Matlab
Skills
- 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.
- Understands and applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture.
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
- Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects.
- May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower level workers.
- Works under the direction of a senior level engineer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments
Compensation
- $144,000 - $198,000
Visa & Work Authorization
- Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
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