An Ancillary Service and Operations Analytics Engineer 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. Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to monitor and control the ERCOT system, performs system studies, analyzes
simulated or actual operating results, develops solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations. Engineers on this team will focus on working with our Energy Management System specifically with tuning and support of Load Frequency Control, Resource Limit Calculator, and Generation to be Dispatched. Additional analysis include system frequency control performance, Generator, Intermittent Renewable Resource (IRR), Energy Storage Resource (ESR) and price responsive load monitoring, and Ancillary Service (AS) quantification. Additionally, working with Market Participants in establishing new Nodal Protocol and Operating Guide Revisions as our grid evolves with changing resource mix, load growth and electrification of the grid.
JOB DUTIES
- Understands and applies principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture.
- Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action.
- Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects.
- May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower level workers.
- 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
- Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies
- Assists 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
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Engineer Level 2: Requires minimum 1 year job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- Engineer Level 3: Requires minimum 3 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
- Senior Level Engineer: Requires minimum 5 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- Experience within the electric utility industry
- Experience in data analysis/analytics and working with large data sets/relational databases using tools such as Python, SQL, and VBA
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
WORK LOCATION:
- This position is Hybrid. Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at least 2-3 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management
- On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager
- Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.
- Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT.
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:
$82,344 - $131,720
