ERCOT

GMS Application Engineer Lead

ERCOT$163K — $224K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience as an Application Developer or Software Engineer in Energy Management Systems for the electric utility industry.
  • Expertise with power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage complex application issues.
  • Experience in leading technical projects from incubation to go-live.

Responsibilities

  • Provide support for EMS applications including Power Flow and Load Forecasting.
  • Design, develop, and implement modifications to EMS applications.
  • Conduct periodic load testing on EMS network models and update data in real-time.
  • Design and test changes for EMS Interfaces and web/client-server applications.
  • Support EMS applications during system upgrades and recovery drills.
  • Act as a subject matter expert in projects affecting EMS environments.
  • Collaborate with multifunctional teams to enhance system reliability and efficiencies.

Benefits

  • Telecommuting option up to 3 days per week from within Texas.
Full Job Description
WORKSITE: 2705 West Lake Drive, Taylor, Texas, 76574, United States JOB DUTIES: Provide support for Energy Management Systems (EMS) power systems applications portfolio such as Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load Forecasting, Operator Training Simulator (OTS) etc. Design, develop, test, validate, and implement modifications and enhancements to EMS applications. Perform EMS network model load testing on periodic basis and update the model data in real-time based on established procedures. Design and test EMS Interfaces and Web & Client/Server applications changes. Verify and support EMS applications during system site failovers, server/system/database upgrades and patching. Support execution of Disaster Recovery Drills and business continuity procedures. Maintain, troubleshoot and repair EMS and OTS applications and interfaces, and escalate as appropriate. Act as a consultant, representative and subject matter expert in project and activities that affect the EMS and OTS environments and applications as appropriate. Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and provide application support. Represent the EMS Applications Engineering Team at interdepartmental and Stakeholder meetings. Provides on the job training or help oversee the work of other engineer/analysts. May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts. Works independently on assignments and projects. Participates in multifunctional teams to perform studies. Assist in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies. Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed. Serves as the technical Subject Matter Expert for the department. Serve as a Technical Lead for EMS portfolio projects and drive the implementation for incubation to go-live. Make independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex application scenarios. Works on the most complex application issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Works with database administrators and infrastructure teams on complex EMS application issues triggered from server, network, storage, and/or database components. Tests Non-Functional requirements of EMS application changes and coordinates with database/infrastructure teams to perform the tests. Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with other internal departments. Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager. Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs. Maintain knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices. May telecommute up to 3 days per week from within the State of Texas. MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Eight (8) years of experience as Application Developer or Software Engineer. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The required eight (8) years of experience as Application Developer or Software Engineer must have included Energy Management Systems (Power Systems) for the electric utility industry. OTHER: May telecommute up to 3 days per week from within the State of Texas. #LI-DNP OFFERED WAGE: $163,550.00 - $224,536.00 per year Are you an ERCOT Employee? If so please log in to Workday to apply.

About ERCOT

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers, representing about 90 percent of the state's electric load. ERCOT is responsible for ensuring that the Texas power grid remains stable and reliable, and for managing the wholesale market for electricity in the state. ERCOT was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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