Operations Engineer - Lead

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow's energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.

ERCOT is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We accept and celebrate those that join us and recognize that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. A diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

ERCOT offers the flexibility to work both in and out of the office within the state of Texas, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance.

Lead Operations Engineer provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Market Guides. Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system. Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to monitor and control the system, performs system studies, analyzes simulated or actual operating results, develops solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations.

JOB DUTIES

• Broadly applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession. A seasoned, experienced professional with an in-depth/full understanding of area of specialization.

• May provide recommendations regarding issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

• Wide latitude for decisions within assignments, programs and projects; impact is generally limited to the project or department.

• Acts as a resource to advise and may at times a lead the work of lower level professional and/or support employees. Generally, represents the department on projects and may perform in a project leadership role.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

• Serves as the recognized technical expert for the department within and outside the organization

• Provides on-the-job training, mentoring or oversight of the work of other engineers/analysts as required

• Responds to executive and management inquiries and special reporting requests

• Collaborates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed

• Communicates results of analyses to appropriate stakeholders, including maintaining regular communication with the management team, providing relevant information to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements

• Examines, analyzes, and determines efficiency improvements for departmental and organizational processes and procedures

• Serves as the departmental representative on cross-functional teams, proactively providing technical, business, and policy guidance

• Serves as quality assurance and best practices resource within and outside of the department

• Builds strong professional relationships both internally and externally. Networks with key contacts within and outside the electric utility industry

• Leads the work of projects and audits as assigned by management

• May prepare reports and presentations to stakeholder bodies, the ERCOT Board of Directors and regulatory agencies, including preparing testimony

• Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex engineering scenarios

• Works on the most complex engineering issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways

• May coordinate, provide presentations, and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants and industry Regulatory agencies

• Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with team and other internal departments

• Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager

• Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts

• Leads multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies

• Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs

• Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices

• Works under the direction of a supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments

• Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures

• Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments, and perform studies

• Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies

• Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 8 years as a power system engineer within the electric utility industry in excess of degree requirements

• Power systems analysis experience preferred

• Operations experience preferred

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Required)

• or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

CERTIFICATION

• PE Professional Engineer (Preferred)

WORK LOCATION - Taylor, TX:

• Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at minimum 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management

• On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager

• Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.

• Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time

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. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. #LI-Hybrid

Expected Salary Range:

$131,064 - $222,775

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