Power Grid Ops Associate: Path to System Operator

ISO New England Inc.; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary + bonus

Robust benefits package

Relocation assistance

Onsite gym

Flexible work hours

Travel between Windsor CT and Holyoke,

Job summary

ISO New England Inc. is seeking a Power Grid Operations Associate as an entry pathway into becoming a New England Grid Operator.

The eight-month SOIT program and subsequent NERC Reliability Coordinator certification will develop the technical and operational skills needed to operate ISO NE’s Control Room. No direct industry experience is required, though applicants with technical training or experience in electrical utilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical equivalent.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem solving skills.
• Advanced reading, critical thinking, reasoning, and perception.
• Ability to interpret technical documents and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work in complex, time sensitive environments within a team.
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Windows).
• Self starter, strong decision making, able to work under pressure.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, strong presentation and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Become a certified NERC Reliability Coordinator and ISO System Operator.
• Gain proficiency with Energy Management Systems and ISO NE operational procedures.
• Support reliable, economical delivery of electricity to 15 million New England residents.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

MS Office & Windows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

Energy Management Systems

MS Office

Windows

Job description

ISO New England Inc. is seeking a Power Grid Operations Associate as an entry pathway into becoming a New England Grid Operator.

The eight-month SOIT program and subsequent NERC Reliability Coordinator certification will develop the technical and operational skills needed to operate ISO NE’s Control Room. No direct industry experience is required, though applicants with technical training or experience in electrical utilities are encouraged to apply.