Grid Interconnections Engineer 3
Role Overview
Manages the interconnection process for stand-alone Large Loads, from initial application through energization, and for co-located projects (a Resource or Energy Storage Resource (ESR) paired with a Large Load) from initial application through approval for commercial operations. For co-located projects, responsibilities include performing security screening studies, reviewing Full Interconnection Study (FIS) scope and study reports, reviewing the Standard Generation Interconnection Agreement (SGIA), and reviewing Commissioning Plans and Energization, Synchronization, and Commissioning checklists. Performs regular and ad-hoc analyses of large load consumption behavior and its impact on the reliability of the ERCOT interconnection. Develops appropriate tools, dashboards, policies, and procedures to ensure reliable integration of large loads and co-located resources. Serves as a subject matter expert on large load and co-located resource topics to ERCOT management and other ERCOT teams.
Key Skills for This Role
Full Job Posting
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 read and understand electrical one lines and drawings
- (Preferred) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems
- (Preferred) Experience with Seeq, PI, and/or Jira
- Engineer 3
- Requires minimum 3 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- (Required) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems
- Engineer Sr
- Requires minimum 5 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- EDUCATION
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (Required)
- Or related discipline or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is 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. 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.
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- ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.
- Expected Salary Range:
- $89,000 - $122,000
Preferred Qualifications
- (Preferred) Experience developing situational awareness tools and/or coding
- (Preferred) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems
- (Preferred) Experience with Seeq, PI, and/or Jira
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Texas nonprofit grid operator managing wholesale electricity markets and reliable power transmission for most Texas customers.
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