Hybrid Wind & Solar Forecasting Engineer

Electric Reliability Council of Texas; Taylor (TX); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Long/short-term disability insurance

Section 125 Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

ERCOT in Texas is seeking an engineer to analyze wind and solar forecasts and develop forecasting methodologies, integrating their impacts into grid operations. The role requires modeling, system studies, and developing tools to monitor reliability in compliance with standards.

The position is based in Taylor, TX, with on-site requirements at least two days per week and remote work from a Texas residence. Responsibilities include supporting planning and operation, collaborating with multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• 1–3 years power systems engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with data analysis and large datasets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze wind and solar forecasts and develop forecasting methods.
• Support planning and operation of the electric power system.
• Develop tools and procedures to monitor and control the system and report findings.
• Collaborate with ERCOT teams on system changes and reliability improvements.

Skills

Power system analysis

Python

Machine learning

Wind/Solar forecasting

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering

Tools

Powerworld

PSSE

Job description

ERCOT in Texas is seeking an engineer to analyze wind and solar forecasts and develop forecasting methodologies, integrating their impacts into grid operations. The role requires modeling, system studies, and developing tools to monitor reliability in compliance with standards.

The position is based in Taylor, TX, with on-site requirements at least two days per week and remote work from a Texas residence. Responsibilities include supporting planning and operation, collaborating with multiple