Reliability Coordinator - NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO)

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc.; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 127,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Vacation

Sick time

Safe time

Job summary

Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. in Carmel, Indiana, is seeking a Reliability Coordinator – NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO) to monitor and control the Bulk Electric System 24x7, analyze data, and apply corrective actions to maintain reliability.

The role requires a degree or 4+ years in related field, plus Oral Board and Simulation Certification, or ability to obtain NERC Certification after training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, math, economics, business or related field or 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Oral Board and Simulation Certification completed or post-hire completion achieved.
• Current NERC Certification or ability to obtain certification prior to operating desk.
• At least four years of work experience in electrical engineering, generation dispatch, transmission operations, merchant operations, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Support 24x7 reliability coordination to maintain Bulk Electric System integrity.
• Analyze changing data/models and adjust operations to mitigate risks.
• Provide input on process improvements and maintain situational awareness.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable system operation.

Skills

Situational awareness

Discretion

Independent judgement

Critical thinking

Decisive action

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Math/ Economics/Business

4+ years of relevant work experience

Job description

Description

As our Reliability Coordinator - NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO) , you will help MISO conduct continuous analysis based on changing data, models, and make adjustments to mitigate potential risks to MISO and our stakeholders. Additionally, as this Reliability Coordinator - NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO) position is in the Reliability Coordination function, you will be part of the team that works to resolve Transmission congestion to maintain the reliable operation of the interconnection on a 24x7 basis. In short, you will help maintain the integrity of, and the safe, reliable operation of, the Bulk Electric System. You will also have the opportunity to provide input on process improvement initiatives.

In one year as our Reliability Coordinator - NERC Certified System Operator (NCSO), you will know you were successful if you can demonstrate situational awareness, the ability to exercise discretion, independent judgement, critical thinking, and the ability to act promptly and decisively in response to a variety of complex and unplanned situations.

We are looking for hardworking professionals who have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, Business, or other related field OR have at least 4 years or more years of relevant work experience

• Demonstrated successful completion of the Oral Board and Simulation Certification for their assigned functional desk following on-the-job training, or successful post hire completion of the Oral Board and Simulation Certification for their assigned functional desk

• A current NERC/RC Certification OR be able to obtain NERC Certification following on-the-job training prior to operating their assigned functional desk

• At least four years of work experience in one of the following areas: electrical engineering, generation system dispatch, transmission system operations, merchant operations, generation operational planning, or power accounting

Appropriate level will be determined based upon experience and knowledge.

See what MISO is all about!

MISO manages the electricity superhighway in the Central U.S. Through use of groundbreaking research and advanced technology, our highly skilled employees ensure power flows reliably to 45 million people. Operating the electricity grid, running a robust energy market, planning for a bright future – it’s what our immensely talented and dedicated team does every day.

The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $127,000.00 - $137,000.00 USD annually. Base salary range for this position is included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, and qualifications/experience.

Position is also eligible for an annual bonus if individual performance and company objectives are met. At MISO we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 401k, vacation, sick and safe time, available on your first day of employment.

For more info about MISO, check out our video

MISO, What We Do (https://vimeo.com/935124142/5c8d23402d)

Qualifications

Experience

Required

• 4 years: work experience in one of the following areas: electrical engineering, generation system dispatch, transmission system operations, merchant operations, generation operational planning, or power accounting

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Job Category: Operations

Full-Time