Senior Transmission System Operator

LocationBridgewater, NJ
Salary$101,600-$160,900

About This Job


Requisition: 81732

PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.

Salary Range: $ 101,600 - $ 160,900


Work Location Category: Onsite

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories:

Onsite are roles that have specific onsite requirements and are typically onsite daily.

Hybrid fixed are roles that are a blend of onsite work/in-person interactions with some ability to work remotely and require employees to live within a commutable distance and be onsite fixed days each week.

Hybrid flexible are roles that can be performed remotely but require some level of onsite work/in-person interactions on a regular basis, require employees to live within a commutable distance and, since business needs vary by position and may change over time, managers will set expectations and flexibility regarding where and when work is performed.

Fully remote are roles that can be performed remotely, require employees to live in approved states and will have purpose-driven in-person interactions on occasion.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That’s why you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year (including vacation, scheduled holidays, and floating holidays).

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees – we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie, and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.


Job Summary

Monitor and control bulk power system under normal and emergency conditions in coordination and compliance with FERC, NERC, RFC, and PJM.


Job Responsibilities

Promptly (real time) analyze disturbances on the Bulk Electric System to determine if NERC, DOE, RFC and PJM reporting is required

Monitor and Operate the Bulk Electric System in accordance with the PJM Operating Agreement, implement corrective strategies for disturbances and Emergency procedures for contingencies, actual overloads, emergency outages and equipment tripping, maintain PJM and NERC certifications, perform AC load flow analysis and interpret results.
Understand and adhere to the Standards of Conduct as described in FERC Order 717, and Data Confidentiality Agreements
Maintain power system reliability by utilizing/evaluating AC power system load flows.
Operate Bulk Electric System in accordance with PJM manuals, agreements and good utility practice.
Conduct AC power system load flows for analysis of emergency system outages, emergency conditions and pre-scheduled outages.
Coordinate corrective strategies for system contingencies, emergency outages and equipment tripping with PJM.
Demonstrate inquisitiveness, decisiveness, positive attitude and teamwork
Take all actions required to mitigate Bulk Electric System reliability emergencies (real-time and day-ahead) unless such actions would violate safety, equipment, regulatory or statutory requirements.
Must be able to work 12 hour rotating shifts
Must be available to respond for emergency and relief assignments
NERC, FERC and RFC Mandatory Reliability Standards compliance is subject to fines up to $1 Million per day per violation.
Must foster an inclusive work environment and respects all aspects of diversity
Must demonstrate and value differences in others' strengths, diversity, perspectives, approaches, and personal choices.
Job Specific Qualifications

High School diploma or GED

Minimum 3 years of experience as a System Operator
Minimum 3 years of extensive experience and knowledge with operating a power system.
Experience performing load flow studies.
PJM and NERC certifications.
Proven ability to communicate effectively; exercise independent action, judgment and risk management; act decisively; and interact effectively with all Transmission System stakeholders
Technical knowledge of Electric Power Systems
Successful completion of the PJM Interconnection Training Program for System Operators
PJM System Operator Certification and must complete mandatory PJM yearly training requirements and Continuing Education Hours
NERC Transmission Operator Certification and must complete mandatory NERC yearly training requirements and Continuing Education Hours
Load flow analysis experience, and real time operational experience including Substation/Generation/Relay skills


Desired Skills & Experience:

B.S. in Engineering or Technology
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a System Operator
Expertise in Transmission, Generation, Distribution Operations, System Relay Protection and/or Station Mechanical Skills
Minimum Years of Experience


3 years of experienceEducation


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Certain positions at the Company may require you to have access to Part 810-Controlled Information. Under the law, the Company is limited in who it can share this information with and in certain circumstances it is necessary to obtain specific authorization before the Company can share this information. Accordingly, if the position does require access to this information, you must complete a 10 CFR Part 810 Export Control Compliance Nationality Request Form, a copy of which will be provided to you by Talent Acquisition if an offer is made. If there is a need for specific authorization, due to the time it takes to obtain authorization from the government, we will likely not be able to further proceed with an offer.

If you are a current PSEG employee and if you are offered an opportunity with PSEG Long Island, you will be treated as a new hire. Please note that as a new hire to the Long Island subsidiary, your benefits will change and generally will be consistent with other similarly situated PSEG Long Island new hires. Similarly, for PSEG Long Island employees who accept job opportunities with PSEG or any of its subsidiaries (other than PSEG Long Island), their benefits would change and generally be consistent with other similarly situated new hires of that company.

As an employee of PSE&G or PSEG LI, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.

For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre-employment testing, testing for cause, and post-incident/accident testing. For employees in federally regulated roles (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations), this also includes random testing. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and/or medically, it is prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role are subject to drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for such a positive result.

PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.

PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973-430-3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com.

If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision.


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