Senior Grid Transmission Operator — Reliability & Ops

Pedernales Electric Cooperative; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is seeking a Transmission System Operator to maintain grid safety and reliability, drive continuous improvement, and help create automated solutions for operational challenges in the ERCOT region.

You will coordinate Transmission System Operators, issue switching orders, monitor limits, and respond to emergencies while maintaining communication with ERCOT and adhering to PEC procedures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of EMS/SCADA applications or related mission-critical controls experience.
• Experience with procedures for switching and operating transmission facilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to plan, document, and train others on system operations.
• Understanding of safety and health protocols in a control environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Transmission System Operators to monitor the grid and maintain operating limits.
• Write, validate and communicate switching orders for transmission/substation facilities.
• Operate the transmission system in alignment with ERCOT guides, NERC standards and PEC procedures.
• Direct and assist in system emergencies to reduce outages and restore reliability.
• Review planned and unplanned outages; communicate impacts on security schemes.
• Initiate notifications for outages or events that could affect customers or equipment.

Skills

EMS/SCADA

Time management

Communication

Customer service

Education

NERC System Operator certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is seeking a Transmission System Operator to maintain grid safety and reliability, drive continuous improvement, and help create automated solutions for operational challenges in the ERCOT region.

You will coordinate Transmission System Operators, issue switching orders, monitor limits, and respond to emergencies while maintaining communication with ERCOT and adhering to PEC procedures.