Power Systems Engineer Sr - Grid Analysis

Electric Reliability Council of Texas; Taylor (TX); Hybrid; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is seeking a Grid Analysis Engineer to evaluate and enhance the reliability of the electric grid in Taylor, TX. You will utilize advanced power-flow models and collaborate with teams to support decision-making.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, power-flow simulation experience, and the ability to lead projects. ERCOT offers a competitive salary range of $109,000 – $150,000 and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required; Graduate degree preferred.
• Engineer I requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Engineer II requires 1 to 2 years of progressive power‑system engineering experience.
• Engineer III requires 3 years of power‑system engineering experience.
• Senior Engineer requires 5 years of power‑system engineering experience in the electric utility industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform power‑flow simulations to evaluate Constraint Management Plans and Remedial Action Schemes.
• Conduct regional power‑transfer analysis to identify potential cascading risks.
• Develop and maintain the ERCOT Black Start Plan.
• Evaluate performance of generator and transmission equipment against reliability requirements.
• Propose reliability improvements including rule or requirement changes.

Skills

Power-flow simulation experience

Programming or scripting experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PowerWorld

PSSE

VSAT

Job description

Job Summary

As a Grid Analysis Engineer at ERCOT, you will use advanced power‑flow models to evaluate and improve the reliability of the electric grid, support operational decision‑making, and act as a technical subject‑matter expert.

Responsibilities

• Perform power‑flow simulations to evaluate Constraint Management Plans (CMPs) and Remedial Action Schemes (RASs) using tools such as PowerWorld, PSSE, and VSAT.
• Conduct regional power‑transfer analysis to identify potential wide‑area cascading risks.
• Develop and maintain the ERCOT Black Start Plan from resource selection through restoration procedures.
• Evaluate the performance of generator and transmission equipment against reliability requirements and forecast future needs.
• Propose and implement reliability improvements, including rule or requirement changes.
• Design and perform steady‑state analyses under senior engineer guidance.
• Provide input and analyses on market/protocol design issues to support operations.
• Develop operations studies and sensitivity analyses to determine CMP necessity and power‑transfer interface requirements.
• Lead and mentor teams, coordinate stakeholder meetings, and present findings to ERCOT personnel and market participants.
• Maintain expertise in power‑system software, spreadsheets, and databases; stay current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Graduate degree preferred).
• Experience:
  • Engineer I – Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
  • Engineer II – Minimum 1 to 2 years of progressive power‑system engineering experience.
  • Engineer III – Minimum 3 years of progressive power‑system engineering experience.
  • Senior Engineer – Minimum 5 years of power‑system engineering experience in the electric utility industry.
• Professional Engineer license preferred but not required.

Required Experience

• Power‑flow simulation experience.
• Programming or scripting experience.

Location and Work Schedule

Employees must be on site in Taylor, TX at least 2 days per week; flexible or rotated schedules may apply. Remote work from a Texas residence is also required.

Salary Range

Expected Salary Range: $109,000 – $150,000.

EEO Statement

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.

Benefits

ERCOT offers an extensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, long‑term and short‑term disability, long‑term care insurance, a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan. Full‑time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits from the first month following hire, and 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future.