ERCOT/Electric Reliability Council of Texas

Power Systems Network Modeling Engineer 3

LocationTaylor, 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.

Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Market Guides. 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.


JOB DUTIES

Understands the basic principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and learns how to apply them within the ERCOT culture.
Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.
Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes as directed.


ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

Analyzes transmission network data including Transmission and Generation element parameters

Works closely with ERCOT System Operations, System Operations Support, Market Operating Services Support, Client Services, System Planning and Metering
Works with Energy Management Systems and, Market Management Systems, and other analysis software to provide accurate power system models and associated cases
Supports detailed model changes delivered by Network Operations Model Change Requests (NOMCRs) to maintain an accurate Network Operations Model, Annual Planning and other models contained within the ERCOT modeling system
Assists with the validation of the Network Model Management (NMMS) and testing of the models and associated power flows
Creates and utilizes data mining mechanisms and techniques to improve reporting accuracy and efficiency
Provides training and evaluation of members of the Engineering Development Program (EDP)
Coordinates and works with the NDSWG (Network Data Support Working Group) members on data exchange and transmission network model maintenance via the NOMCR process
Reviews new technology implementations that affect the model, suggesting and implementing methods to accurately model these technologies
Develops, maintains, and supports database infrastructure, model data exchange interfaces, and data export formats
Manage updates and upgrades of NMMS applications to specify and implement desired new functionality
Reviews and develops methods to increase model accuracy including data comparisons and validity checks
Reviews Contingencies, Remedial Action Schemes, Remedial Action Plans, Mitigation Action Plans, Outages, and other issues that possibly affect models
Reviews, drafts, and implements improvements to the modeling process
Reviews, drafts, and presents changes to the Protocols, Guides, procedures, training material for EDP and for Market Participants (MPs), and other supporting ERCOT documents relative to modeling
Develops, enhances, and maintains reports associated with Protocol and Guide compliance criteria
Provide comments and SME review of relevant NERC Standards up to and including participation on NERC Standard Drafting teams


EXPERIENCE

Minimum 1 year experience as a power system engineer or similar type role
Experience within the electric utility industry preferred

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


EDUCATION

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


CERTIFICATION

PE Professional Engineer (Preferred)


WORK LOCATION:

This position is Hybrid. Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at least 2-3 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.


#LI-Hybrid, #LI-AK1

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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