Real-Time Power Transmission Controller

Mississippi Power; Gulfport (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Shift work

Job summary

Mississippi Power is seeking a Power System Coordinator (Transmission System Operator) – MCC to ensure safe and reliable operation of the Bulk Power Transmission System. The role emphasizes real-time monitoring, control, and decision-making during normal and abnormal conditions.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of transmission systems, substation equipment, and generation control, with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is desirable (not required) and may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Thorough understanding of the operation of an electric system is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Minute-to-minute monitoring and control of the bulk electric power system under normal system conditions.
• Analysis and evaluation of the system, determination of restoration actions and implementation of those actions under abnormal system conditions.
• Writing and executing switching orders, including directing field employees performing switching operations.
• Monitor real-time and perform future studies for N-1 contingency solutions.
• Adhere to all NERC compliance standards.

Skills

Safety awareness

Written & verbal communication

Computers/IT proficiency

Leadership

multitasking

Problem solving

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

Job description

Mississippi Power is seeking a Power System Coordinator (Transmission System Operator) – MCC to ensure safe and reliable operation of the Bulk Power Transmission System. The role emphasizes real-time monitoring, control, and decision-making during normal and abnormal conditions.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of transmission systems, substation equipment, and generation control, with excellent communication and leadership skills.