Ercot
Regional Transmission Planning Engineer 2
Taylor, TX · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$87k-$120kDetected 22 days ago
ForecastingCustomer SupportElectrical EngineeringLeadership
About the role
- Understand and apply principles, theories, and concepts related to the engineering profession and ERCOT culture.
- Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
- Structure planning studies and sensitivity analyses to determine the need for transmission improvements and to evaluate proposed projects, including technical and financial analyses.
Responsibilities
- Design and perform steady-state contingency analyses using power flow models (PowerWorld, PSSE, etc.) under the direction of a senior-level engineer and/or management.
- Assist in providing market simulation/forecasting and transmission planning analyses to support other ERCOT activities, as appropriate.
- Provide engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC standards and ERCOT market rules.
- Provide electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements.
- Senior Engineer: Minimum 5 years of job-related work experience in excess of degree requirements.
- 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
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role.
- Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role.
- Professional Engineer (Preferred)
- Engineer 2: Minimum 1 year of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role.
- Engineer 3: Minimum 3 years of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role.
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.
Compensation
- $87,000 - $120,000
Visa & Work Authorization
- Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
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