Grid Operations Specialist

Wabash Valley Power Alliance; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wabash Valley Power is hiring a System Operator to coordinate communications between IOUs, WVPA members, and our operations team. You will support real-time monitoring, control system operations, and outages to maintain reliable energy delivery.

The role requires obtaining NERC and PJM certifications within nine months of hire, with an office-based 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays in a 24/7 environment.

Formación

• Associate degree in Engineering or a technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred experience working in an Operations Center.
• Knowledge of electric power system reliability standards is preferred.
• Ability to obtain NERC and PJM certifications within nine months of hire.

Responsabilidades

• Obtain NERC certification as a Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator and PJM Transmission Owner Operator certification within 9 months of hire.
• Serve as the primary contact for IOU/member communication, ensuring seamless restoration of service in planned and emergency situations.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with IOUs, REMC member staff, and WVPA personnel for various outage scenarios, using three-part communication for operational activities.
• Monitor transmission and distribution systems using EMS (Energy Management System) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Develop and implement operational procedures in line with member cooperatives and IOUs.
• Ensure compliance with NERC reliability standards, the National Electric Safety Code, and Good Utility Practice.
• Coordinate system outage schedules and operational activities, including the use of mobile substations during planned or emergency events.
• Monitor storm activities and support the Operations Center as needed.

Conocimientos

NERC certification

PJM certification

EMS/SCADA knowledge

Educación

Associate degree in Engineering or technical field

Herramientas

EMS

SCADA

Descripción del empleo

Wabash Valley Power is hiring a System Operator to coordinate communications between IOUs, WVPA members, and our operations team. You will support real-time monitoring, control system operations, and outages to maintain reliable energy delivery.

The role requires obtaining NERC and PJM certifications within nine months of hire, with an office-based 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays in a 24/7 environment.