Planning Engineer Sr
Role Overview
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.
Key Skills for This Role
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EXPERIENCE
- Engineer 2: Minimum 1 to 2 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.
- Engineer 3: Minimum 3 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.
- Senior level: Minimum 5 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry.
- Lead: Minimum 8 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry.
- PREFERRED WORK EXPERIENCE
- Experience conducting dynamic model quality test and review of performance response of generators
- Experience performing large-scale dynamic stability analyses using power system simulation tools (PSSE, TSAT, PowerWorld)
- Experience with EMT simulation tools (PSCAD), especially for large-scale system analysis
- Experience evaluating and updating power system dynamic models
- Experience analyzing large load dynamic behavior (e.g., data centers, traditional industrial loads) and assessing system impacts
- Experience programming and developing simulation automation tools (Python)
- Experience assessing and mitigating sub-synchronous oscillation issues
- Experience assisting in the development of improvements to transmission planning processes and familiarity with NERC reliability standards
- Position Level is open to an Engineer 2, Engineer 3, Senior Engineer, or Lead depending on the candidate's level of experience that is identified during the process.
- 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.
- 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:
- $110,000 - $151,000
Preferred Qualifications
- Engineer 2: Minimum 1 to 2 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.
- Engineer 3: Minimum 3 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.
- PREFERRED WORK EXPERIENCE
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