JOB SUMMARY Conducts engineering event analysis and review the performance of the transmission system, Inverter Based Resources (renewable generation) and Conventional Generation Resources during ERCOT power system events. Communicates and coordinates with Generation Resources and Transmission owner/operators to obtain, analyze and review Phasor Measurement Unit and Digital Fault Recorder data. Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system. Develops tools and procedures to monitor the performance of the electric power system and appropriately reports findings and recommendations. Contributes to ad hoc operational data analysis requests, stakeholder group reporting, and internal and external presentations. This position requires the Operations Engineer to work independently, interact professionally with internal and external personnel of various position levels from individual contributors to senior management, meet deadlines, and work well within a team environment. JOB DUTIES 3 Learns how to use and develop software tools, processes, and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies 3 Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies 3 May provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other engineers/analysts 3 May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts 3 Typically works independently on assignments and projects 3 Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed 3 May coordinate, provide presentations and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants and industry Regulatory agencies 3 Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with team and other internal departments 3 Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs 3 Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices 3 Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures 3 Understands and applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture 3 Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action 3 Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects 3 May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower-level workers EDUCATION 3 Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field (Required) 3 or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required. CERTIFICATION 3 PE Professional Engineer (Preferred) REQUIRED EXPERIENCE 3 Senior level Engineer - Minimum 5 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry. 3 Familiarity with the electric utility industry PREFERRED EXPERIENCE 3 Familiarity with the ERCOT system 3 Experience with power flow software 3 Experience with SCADA, PMU, or DFR data 3 Experience working with large data sets 3 Experience querying databases 3 Experience with using SQL 3 Experience coding Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT. WORK LOCATION - Taylor, TX: 3 Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at minimum 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management 3 On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager 3 Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence. 3 Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time 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. Expected Salary Range: $109,000 - $150,000