Lead Grid Transformation

LocationTaylor, TX
Job TypeFull-time

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.


Job Summary

This role will be responsible for creating and communicating a vision which anticipates, identifies, and explains challenges and opportunities that ERCOT will encounter as the Texas electric power grid transforms. This role will develop approaches, processes, and solutions that allows ERCOT to maximize its effectiveness and progressively achieve higher levels of readiness. This position requires deep technical expertise in the grid and markets tools to drive Grid Transformation programs and initiatives using highly skilled matrixed resources from across the organization to drive solutions for upcoming grid challenges.


Job Duties

Broadly applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession. A seasoned, experienced professional with an in-depth/full understanding of area of specialization.
May provide recommendations regarding issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Wide latitude for decisions within assignments, programs and projects; impact is generally limited to the project or department.
Acts as a resource to advise, and may at times a lead the work of lower level professional and/or support employees. Generally represents the department on projects and may perform in a project leadership role.


Additional Job Duties

Possess fundamental understanding of the optimization and algorithms behind grid & market tools (capacity expansion, PCM, SCUC, SCED, SCOPF). Application of AI/ML to solve these problems is a plus.
Possess mathematical/algorithmic understanding of advanced applications i.e. power flow, state estimation, contingency analysis, and stability analysis.
Employs highly developed problem resolution skills and expertise to understand various aspects of power systems i.e. planning, operations, markets, and mathematical engines that runs the markets and operations tools.
Must be able to write code in MATLAB, Python, or other programming languages as needed to fundamentally break down the benefits of new techniques like AI/ML for increasing computation speed or accuracy of the grid and markets simulations tool.
Ability to run simulations using tools such as UPLAN, Aurora, and other tools within Energy Management System (EMS) and Market Management System (MMS). Experience with PSSE/PowerWorld is preferred.
Provides strategic and technical expertise to internal and external stakeholders and brings awareness of research and innovation activities.
Explores various solution modalities such as white papers, research papers, proof of concepts, pilot programs, and prototype developments.
Reports and tracks trends and issues related to emerging generation, transmission, and distribution technologies and the potential impacts to ERCOT.
Develops and manages both formal and informal networks and relationships with energy research and innovation eco-systems, global academic institutions, and industry consortiums to gather information, coordinate action, and build cooperation with both internal and external stakeholders.
Explores partnerships and collaboration opportunities and establishes clear governance structures to ensure progress and timely communication. Examples include ISO/RTO councils, PSERC, G-PST, Universities, EPRI, CEATI, etc.
Proposes new or changes to existing ERCOT protocols, guides, or procedures which would allow market participation of the various emerging solutions.


Experience

Requires minimum 8 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
Minimum of 8 years of experience in electric power grid operations and/or planning at a utility or an ISO or a vendor. Understanding of the wholesale market operations is preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience with technology development and delivery either at a utility or an ISO or a vendor preferred.
Demonstrated record of success in managing a portfolio of programs and initiatives, working across cross-functional matrixed teams, and successfully delivering solutions required.
Deep understanding of the wholesale market operations with hand-on experience using energy market tools for capacity expansion or production cost modelling with focus on optimization techniques and software development skills required.
Some travel required on a monthly basis both within the US and internationally.


EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree : Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Required)
Master's Degree : Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Preferred)
PhD : Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Preferred)
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.

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


$145,295 - $247,001

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