Planning Engineer SR

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow's energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.

ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

JOB DUTIES

Designs and performs steady-state analyses using power flow models (Powerworld, PSSE, or VSAT).

Performs Grid Reliability and Resiliency Assessment, extreme temperature assessment, and special studies to ensure the reliability of the ERCOT Transmission Grid.

Supports ERCOT's strategic initiatives from the planning perspective.

Supports the development and implementation of new processes to adapt to the fast-evolving grid.

Designs and performs production cost modeling (UPLAN) studies to accomplish economic transmission planning.

Assists in providing market simulation / forecasting and transmission planning analyses to support other activities.

Serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert for the department

Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex engineering scenarios

Works on the most complex engineering issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways

May coordinate, provide presentations and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants and industry Regulatory agencies

Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with team and other internal departments

Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager

Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers / analysts

Leads multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies

Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs

Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices

Work Experience

Engineer 3

Minimum 3 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role.

Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.

Senior Engineer

• Minimum 5 years experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry

Education

Position is open to a level 3 or Senior Planning Engineer depending on experience of the candidate identified.

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.

Expected Salary Range :

$99,111 - $168,446