ERCOT · 5 months ago
Engineer Development Program - Entry Level Power Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry LevelERCOT is a leading organization in managing the Texas power grid and wholesale market, dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. The Engineer Development Program (EDP) aims to equip entry-level engineers with essential skills in power engineering through hands-on assignments, mentoring, and training, preparing them for future roles in the industry.
Energy
Responsibilities
Monitors the implementation of changes, additions and updates to the ERCOT Transmission Grid and associated network models
Develops, maintains, and supports business software, data formats, associated interfaces and the processes and procedures guiding the use thereof
Completes assignments, gains sufficient knowledge and achieves proficient skill with the concepts, practical methods and operational processes related to phases 1 and 2 of the Engineer Development Program (EDP) curriculum
Works closely with other departments that are responsible for application parameters as well (including but not limited to EMS, MMS, CRR, and Planning)
Analyzes transmission network data including Transmission Element parameters
Works with load flow and other analysis software to provide accurate power system models and associated cases
Supports detailed model changes delivered by Network Operations Model Change Requests (NOMCRs) to maintain an accurate Network Operations Model and other models contained within the ERCOT modeling system
Validates the database and test the models and associated power flows
Maintains and supports database infrastructure, model data exchange interfaces, and data export formats
Represents the ERCOT ISO at the ERCOT level
Coordinates and works with the NDSWG (Network Data Support Working Group) members on data exchange and transmission network model maintenance via the NOMCR process
Reviews and develops methods to increase model accuracy including data comparisons and validity checks
Reviews Contingencies, Special Protection Systems, Remedial Action Plans, Mitigation Action Plans, Outages, and other issues that possibly affect models
Reviews, drafts, and presents changes to the Protocols, Guides, procedures, and other supporting ERCOT documents relative to modeling
Develops, enhances, and maintains reports associated with Protocol and Guide compliance criteria
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or six years applicable experience is required
Less than one year experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience in electric utility industry
Functional/Technical Skills
Problem Solving/Analysis
Planning
Decision-making/Judgment
Quality
Communication (Verbal, Written & Presentation Skills)
Company
ERCOT
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 24 million Texas customers.
Founded in 1970
501-1000 employees
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President & CEO
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