Remote ROCC Wind Power Operator

EDP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

EDP Renewables is seeking a ROCC Operator to direct, monitor, and coordinate the operation of wind assets from the Remote Operations Control Center in the US. The role ensures NERC standards compliance and requires ability to work independently with guidance in complex situations.

The candidate will monitor real-time operations, report outages to RTO/ISO, and develop strategies to maximize wind farm value in real-time markets. A rotating 24/7 shift is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years in power system operations or related energy operations.
• Willing to obtain ROCC Operator certification within 9 months from hire date.
• Willing to obtain PJM System Operator certification within 12 months from hire date.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time control center operations and wind farm performance across the US to guarantee maximum availability and energy sale.
• Report and document outages to RTO/ISO as required.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximize WPP value in real-time power markets.
• Evaluate system alarms and take corrective actions per guidelines.
• Ensure accuracy of real-time generation data reported to RTO/ISO.
• Direct electrical substation switching following company practices.
• Use OEM SCADA to control real and reactive power of turbines.
• Maintain understanding of energy markets and merchant pricing practices.

Skills

SCADA systems

AC theory

Power flow

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

OSI PI

Database development

Job description

EDP Renewables is seeking a ROCC Operator to direct, monitor, and coordinate the operation of wind assets from the Remote Operations Control Center in the US. The role ensures NERC standards compliance and requires ability to work independently with guidance in complex situations.

The candidate will monitor real-time operations, report outages to RTO/ISO, and develop strategies to maximize wind farm value in real-time markets. A rotating 24/7 shift is expected.