Power System Engineer Sr - Resource Forecasting and Analysis

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 SUMMARY

Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Market Guides. Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system. Supports resource and energy sufficiency assessments, including risk analysis, compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, and fuel security analysis, and supports the development and use of advanced AI/ML techniques to improve in-house forecast models.

JOB DUTIES

Level 1

• Works under the direction of a senior level engineer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments
• Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures
• Learns how to use and develop software tools that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies
• Under direct supervision, participates in teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies
• Learns ERCOT's resource and energy sufficiency assessment processes, including the data, tools and methods used for risk analysis
• Assists with data gathering, analysis and documentation in support of NERC Reliability Standards
• Assists with routine data collection and analysis under guidance from senior staff
• Learns the in-house forecast models and assists with data preparation and model performance monitoring

Level 2/3

• Typically works independently on assignments and projects in accordance with applicable rules and regulations, including NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols, and organization policies and procedures
• Performs resource and energy sufficiency assessments and prepares accurate, timely analyses and reports
• Performs operational risk analysis and documents results and assumptions
• Supports ERCOT compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, including preparation of supporting analyses and documentation
• Performs analyses and assists in evaluating risks to resource availability during extreme conditions
• Applies data analysis, statistical, and AI/ML techniques to evaluate and help improve in-house forecast models
• Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies, and participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed
• Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies, and may provide on the job training or mentor less experienced engineers/analysts

Senior

• Serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert for the department and for resource and energy sufficiency assessment, leading the analyses that inform ERCOT's assessment of resource adequacy and operational risk
• Makes independent decisions and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, drawing on expert use of power system software, database programs and knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices
• Leads risk analysis and defines analytical methods and assumptions
• Leads the technical analysis supporting ERCOT's compliance with NERC Reliability Standards
• Leads the application of advanced AI/ML techniques to evaluate and improve in-house forecast models
• Identifies and scopes new analytical needs and tools, and evaluates emerging trends and methods that strengthen resource and energy sufficiency assessments
• Serves as a primary technical resource to ERCOT operations, planning, and other departments on resource sufficiency and forecast model matters
• Leads multifunctional teams, presents and participates in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants and regulatory agencies, and acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts

Lead

• Serves as the recognized technical expert for resource and energy sufficiency assessment within and outside the organization
• Sets the technical direction for ERCOT's resource and energy sufficiency assessment program, including the roadmap for applying AI/ML techniques to strengthen in-house forecast models
• Owns the technical approach and quality of risk analyses and sets standards for analytical methods and documentation
• Directs ERCOT's technical approach to compliance with NERC Reliability Standards
• Directs and responds to executive and management inquiries and special reporting requests
• Serves as the principal technical liaison to ERCOT operations, planning and other departments, and as the departmental representative on cross-functional teams, proactively providing technical, business, and policy guidance
• Leads projects and audits as assigned by management, provides on-the-job training, mentoring or oversight of other engineers/analysts, and serves as quality assurance and best practices resource within and outside the department
• Communicates results of analyses to stakeholders and the management team, builds professional relationships within and outside the electric utility industry, and may prepare reports and presentations for stakeholder bodies, the ERCOT Board of Directors and regulatory agencies

EXPERIENCE

• Level 1: Requires no minimum years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• Level 2: Requires minimum 2 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• Senior: Requires minimum 5 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• Lead: Requires minimum 8 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Required)
• or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

CERTIFICATION

• PE Professional Engineer (Preferred)

WORK LOCATION

• Hybrid in Taylor, TX 2 days per week

The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.  It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.  This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT.  Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time.#LI-DN

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:

$110,000 - $151,000