The AES Corporation

Control Room Operator

Control Room Operator
Notice info
LocationNorth Palm Springs, CA
Job Typefull time
Salary$58,240-$70,720
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries , AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work , you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 , we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

The Palm Springs, California Remote Operating Control Center (Palm Springs ROCC, ROCC) is currently seeking a Control Room Operator to remote monitor the operation of a large renewable asset portfolio in several RTOs, particularly, MISO and PJM. The current portfolio is diverse, comprised of Wind, Solar, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and Solar + Battery systems. Under limited supervision of a Control Room Team Lead, Control Room Operator will monitor and control electronic computer and peripheral electronic data processing equipment to process data and remotely operate wind turbine generators, solar sites and battery systems.

The successful candidate will have experience in control room operations, the power industry, record of working rotating/swing shifts, and demonstrated ability to work in hard-working teams under limited supervision.


Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Oversee the day-to-day operations of a growing fleet of utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS assets
Supervise portfolio via SCADA system for asset faults, errors, alarms, site underperformance and notify/dispatch appropriate parties if faults cannot be reset/cleared.
Adjust plant operating parameters (Real Power Generation, Voltage, Power Factor) as directed by the Balancing Authority, Transmission Operator, and Operations Management.
Make required operational reports to various grid entities (Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator, Balancing Authority, Scheduling Coordinators).
Connect with and dispatch field O&M personnel for troubleshooting site equipment.
Coordinate outage support and energy isolation with field O&M personnel and TOP.
Develop and handle outage schedules and forecasting activities.
Interact frequently with cross-functional teams across the AES organization and with other external organizations.
Create and track corrective maintenance tickets.
Contribute to the development of plant-specific operating procedures incorporating all requirements from NERC, PPA’s, IA’s and relevant Functional Entities.
Assist in the onboarding and integration of new generation assets.
Contribute to a strict culture of regulatory compliance.
Obtain and maintain certifications that may be needed for further Control Center needs (i.e. PJM Generation).
Participate in safety activities including weather monitoring and routine & emergency response communications.
Interact with customers on issues related to asset performance and reliability.
Record information such as fault time, fault code, and operational actions taken while on shift.
Maintain logbooks within compliance with industry standards.


Skills and Qualifications:

2+ years’ experience in control center operations, preferably in utility scale renewable energy assets
Familiarity with electrical substation safety protocol, equipment, and operations
Familiarity with NERC standards and impact on operations (VAR, COM, EOP, PER, PRC, TOP)
Competency in plant processes, electrical and SCADA systems
Ability to strictly follow operating procedures, without exception
Familiarity with the maintenance of solar and wind generation assets
Competency in plant processes, electrical and SCADA systems
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to manage critical situations
Willingness to undergo regular training to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations
Reliable, punctual and capable of being trusted with significant, unsupervised responsibility
Ability to thrive within a small, agile and fast-growing team
Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams)
Able to work effectively under pressure with multiple priorities.
Ability to function in a high-pace environment
Ability to remain calm and collective during stressful situations
Experience with documentation control systems: SharePoint, Docushare, SAP, etc.
Experience creating, editing and documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS).
Ability to make independent decisions and adapt responsibility
Must be able to work a rotating 12 hour shift schedule.
Must have experience with data acquisition and SCADA..
Ability to establish trust through building relationships and demonstration of capabilities.
Familiarity with LOTO
Good safety awareness

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $28.50 and $34.21/Hourly; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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