Generation Interconnection Engineer

LocationAustin, TX
Job Typefull_time
Salary$82,344-$131,720

About This Job

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

Responsible for coordinating the integration of generation and energy storage resources into the ERCOT System from the initial application for entry into the Generation Interconnection or Change Request (GINR) process to the approval for commercial operations. This responsibility will include performing security screening studies, reviewing and approving Full Interconnection Study (FIS) scope and study reports, review of the Standard Generation Interconnection Agreement (SGIA), review of compliance with ERCOT protocols and market rules, development and approval of modeling data for all phases of the interconnection, support for modeling the generation resource in the Network Model Management System (NMMS) model, Commissioning Plan review and Energization, Synchronization, and Commissioning checklist completion.

Job Duties And Tasks

Manages the integration of generation and energy storage resources through the entire generation interconnection process from the initial application to the approval for the commercial operations.
Ensures that the interconnection of generation and energy storage resources are accomplished in a manner that maintains the reliability of the ERCOT System and complies with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards, ERCOT Protocols, Planning Guide and the Operating Guides.
Works closely with Market Participants (MPs), including Interconnecting Entities (IEs), Resource entities (REs), Distribution Service Providers (DSPs), and Transmission Service Providers (TSPs).
Works closely with ERCOT System Operations, System Operations Support, Market Operating Services Support, Client Services, System Planning and Metering.
Reviews and processes generation interconnection and full interconnection study (FIS) applications.
Performs security screening studies to determine first contingency incremental transfer capability for each interconnection request.
Attends FIS kickoff meetings, communicates and works with MPs and other ERCOT departments to solve issues related to generation interconnection projects.
Reviews and approves Reactive Study reports, FIS scope and reports, and SGIA.
Reviews and approves modeling data for all phases of the interconnection process, supports Network Modeling to model the generation resource in the NMMS model.
Reviews Commissioning Plan and Energization, Synchronization, and Commissioning checklists.
Reviews commissioning testing data, including but not limited to AVR/PSS, and Reactive tests.
Develops and maintains tools that automates the studies, reviews, and other processes.
Provides training to less experienced engineers.
Reviews, drafts, and implements improvements to the interconnection and modeling process.
Reviews, drafts, and presents changes to the Protocols, Guides, procedures, training material for other engineers and for MPs, and other supporting ERCOT documents relative to modeling.


EXPECTATIONS

Power systems background preferred
Be able to effectively communicate
Be able to effectively manage time and prioritize
Be able to work independently on assignments and projects


EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering or related field(s) (Required)
or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required


Required Experience

Engineer 2 Requirements

Minimum 1 year (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 Requirements

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 Engineer Requirements

Minimum 5 years related work experience in excess of degree requirements.

Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT.

Preferred Experience

Experience with Powerworld, PSSE, or TARA
Experience with Python, C, C++, SQL.


WORK LOCATION – Taylor, TX:

Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at a minimum of 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. ,

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

$82,344 - $131,720

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