Generation Interconnection Engineer Sr

ERCOT; Taylor (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company-m匹

Comprehensive paid time off

Job summary

Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. (ERCOT) in Taylor, TX seeks an Engineer Sr/Engineer Lead to coordinate the integration of generation and energy storage resources into the ERCOT System from GIM entry to commercial operations.

The role involves security screening studies, interconnection modeling, and ensuring compliance with ERCOT protocols and market rules. The position requires 5+ years (Sr) or 8+ years (Lead) of related experience, a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, and

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 5 years’ job-related experience for Engineer Sr.
• Requires minimum 8 years’ job-related experience for Engineer Lead.
• Ability to read and understand electrical one-lines and drawings.
• Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems.
• Experience with PSS/E, Powerworld, or TARA.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates integration of generation and energy storage resources from GIM entry through commercial operation.
• Reviews modeling data for all phases of interconnection and supports NMMS modeling.
• Represents ERCOT at stakeholder meetings as directed by management.
• Develops and maintains tools that automate studies and reviews.
• Provides training to engineers and drafts/implements improvements to interconnection processes.

Skills

Effective communication

Electrical one-line diagrams

Powerflow studies

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

Powerworld

TARA

Job description

Taylor, TX

Full time

R2491

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

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 Modification (GIM) 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

Engineer Sr

• Performs all the above duties of an Engineer 3 as well as the following.

• Reviews and approves modeling data for all phases of the interconnection process and supports Network Modeling to model the generation resource in the Operations model.

• May represent ERCOT at stakeholder meetings as directed by management.

• 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.

• May review, draft, and present changes to the Protocols, Guides, procedures, training material for other engineers and for MPs, and other supporting ERCOT documents relative to modeling.

• Analyzes data related to the generation interconnection process and provides to management when required

• May participate in cross-functional teams as a subject matter expert on topics related to interconnection of generation to the ERCOT system.

• Provides training and mentorship to Engineer Development Program (EDP) engineers.

Engineer Lead

• Performs all the above duties of an Engineer Sr. as well as the following.

• Serves as primary subject matter expert in one or more portions of the generation interconnection process.

• Participates in cross-functional teams as a subject matter expert on topics related to interconnection of generation to the ERCOT system.

• Represents ERCOT at stakeholder meetings as directed by management.

• 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.

• May participate in the interview process for new engineers.

EXPERIENCE

Engineer Sr

• Requires minimum 5 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements.

• (Required) Ability to communicate effectively

• (Required) Ability to read and understand electrical one lines and drawings

• (Required) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems

• (Required) Experience with one or more of the following tools: PSS/E, Powerworld, TARA

• (Preferred) Experience developing software tools and/or coding

Engineer Lead

• Requires minimum 8 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements.

• (Required) Ability to communicate effectively

• (Required) Ability to read and understand electrical one lines and drawings

• (Required) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems

• (Required) Experience with one or more of the following tools: PSS/E, Powerworld, TARA

• (Preferred) Experience developing software tools and/or coding

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline 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:

$110,000 - $151,000

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 27 million Texas customers - representing about 90 percent of the state's electric load. As the independent system operator for the region, ERCOT schedules power on an electric grid that connects more than 54,100 miles of transmission lines and 1,250 generating units. ERCOT also performs financial settlement for the competitive wholesale bulk-power market and administers retail switching for 8 million premises in competitive choice areas. ERCOT is a membership-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, governed by a board of directors and subject to oversight by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature. ERCOT's members include consumers, cooperatives, generators, power marketers, retail electric providers, investor-owned electric utilities (transmission and distribution providers,) and municipal-owned electric utilities.

ERCOT offers an excellent benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan.

The medical, dental, vision (https://www.ercot.com/files/docs/2023/11/29/Benefits-Highlights-2024.pdf) , and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire. Additionally, 401(k) plans (https://www.ercot.com/files/docs/2019/09/23/ERCOT_401K_Sept_2019_FINAL.pdf) are available to help employees plan for the future.

The ERCOT Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional work environment. Each intern will receive unique projects and assignments that aim to solve real challenges facing the electric industry. ERCOT internships provide professional learning experiences that offer meaningful, practical work related to each student's desired career path.

Eligible candidates should be enrolled in an academic bachelors or post graduate degree program maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher.

The ERCOT Engineer Development Program (EDP) is a 12- to 16-month, self-paced program geared toward entry-level engineers looking to start a career in the power industry. Through the program, an EDP Engineer receives one-on-one mentoring, specialized training, and exposure to the work performed by each of the engineering groups at ERCOT.

The program allows engineers to develop the fundamental skills necessary to reach their full potential while gaining an understanding of the types of engineering work ERCOT has to offer. EDP management supports participants each step of the way as they progress through the program. Upon completion, graduates are placed as full-time engineers within one of ERCOT’s engineering groups.

The GMS Development Program (GDP) is designed to provide entry-level and early career professionals with the skills necessary to become successful Power System and Computer Engineers.

The program, which is based in ERCOT’s Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) Department, will provide experience in day-to-day work and instruction in the fundamentals of electric power systems engineering, grid and market applications, software programming, and IT service and operations management. The GDP offers one-on-one mentoring, training, field trips, and special assignments. These assignments allow GDP engineers to become knowledgeable and familiar with the various business areas at ERCOT. The GMS leadership team prepares GDP engineers for a future career at ERCOT in power systems and computer engineering.

The System Operator Development Program (ODP) is intended to combine real-time daily operations in an exciting work setting to prepare participants with the vital skills necessary to be successful in such a critical position — providing 24x7x365 on-demand support to manage the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers. If you are new to the industry, this program introduces you to the Bulk Electric System by combining introductory courses with the NERC Certification Exam Preparation Program in preparation to pass the NERC Certification Exam.