JOB DUTIES
Engineer 1
Manages, reviews and performs necessary analysis for the interconnection process for stand-alone large loads (initial application through energization) and co-located projects (initial application through approval for commercial operation).
Reviews and processes co-located project interconnection and FIS applications; may review Reactive Study reports, FIS scope and reports, and Standard Generation Interconnection Agreements.
Performs powerflow and security screening studies to assess the reliability of co-located interconnection requests.
May review commissioning testing data for co-located Resources/ESRs (e.g., AVR/PSS and Reactive tests).
May review and approve modeling data for the planning phase of the interconnection process and in the Operations model.
Ensures that the interconnection of large loads projects and co-located projects is accomplished in a manner that maintains the reliability of the ERCOT System and complies with NERC Reliability Standards, ERCOT Protocols, the Planning Guide, and the Operating Guides.
Supports periodic testing of operational resources to confirm continued compliance with interconnection and performance requirements.
Works closely with ERCOT System Operations, System Operations Support, Market Operating Services Support, Client Services, System Planning and Metering.
Works closely with Market Participants (MPs), including Interconnecting Entities (IEs), Resource Entities (REs), Distribution Service Providers (DSPs), and Transmission Service Providers (TSPs).
Performs regular and ad-hoc analyses of large load behavior and impacts on ERCOT markets and real-time reliability
Gains knowledge of relevant market rules and departmental procedures
Engineer 2
Perform all duties of an Engineer 1, as well as the following.
Participates in cross-functional teams to ensure large loads are fully integrated into ERCOT models and systems
Is proficient in market rules and departmental procedures
Develops, enhances, and maintains tools and reports for ERCOT stakeholders that improve visibility and understanding of large load activity
EXPERIENCE
Engineer 1
Requires no additional job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
(Required) Ability to communicate effectively
(Required) Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint experience
(Preferred) Experience developing situational awareness tools and/or coding
Engineer 2
Requires minimum 1 year job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
(Required) Ability to communicate effectively
(Required) Ability to read and understand electrical one lines and drawings
(Required) Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint experience
(Preferred) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems
(Preferred) Experience developing situational awareness tools and/or coding
(Preferred) Experience with Seeq, PI, and/or Jira
Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT
Senior Engineer requires 5 more years of relevant experience
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)
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Expected Salary Range
$89,000 - $122,000