• Job Description

  Req#: ASSOC005318
  Salary Range: $75,035- $112,311
  Close Date: 4/10/24 at 3:00 pm CT
  Relocation: No
  

  Summary

  The Associate Engineer thru Engineer has the responsibility of ensuring the computer models of the power grid are accurate in order to support the operation and stability of the high voltage power grid in Texas. The responsibilities include analyzing complex construction sequences to develop changes to the computer network model representing the bulk power grid. The complex model work will focus on the Transmission Management System (TMS) at Oncor and ERCOT’s Network Operations Model. This includes providing engineering analysis and technical support for Oncor real-time operations in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Operating Guides. The incumbent will analyze and implement appropriate system model sequences, develop tools and procedures to enhance the system model quality, and develop solutions to current or future system issues.

  Key Roles & Responsibilities

  Other duties may be assigned. Directly or through others, the incumbent:

  • Analyze construction sequences to develop network model change sequences and effectively communicate with Transmission Construction Management, Transmission Engineering and Transmission Field Operations to ensure the model data accuracy
  • Submittal and monitoring of ERCOT Network Operations Model Change Requests (NOMCRs) and other system change notifications
  • Develop TMS ICCP/TASE.2 database updates to provide real time telemetry data to ERCOT
  • Implement Oncor transmission line and auto transformer rating changes in the ERCOT Network Operations Model through developing NOMCRs
  • Maintain TMS line and auto transformer rating databases and resolve rating model discrepancies between the TMS and ERCOT Network Operations Model
  • Develop tools and processes for enhancing model data accuracy Support Transmission Grid Operations with modeling needs to ensure reliable and safe operation of the electrical system
  • Ensure that maintenance of these models is accurate, timely and in accordance with all applicable NERC and ERCOT requirements
  • Work independently and train less experienced engineers and technical specialists
  • Perform other related job functions as required

  Education, Experience, & Skills

  Associate Engineer

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
  • One year or more of applicable electric utility experience preferred
  • Ability to work with moderate supervision
  • Reviewing and Submitting NOMCR Diagrams to ERCOT
  • Reviewing and approving ACF/ADCFs (Asset commissioning forms / Asset decommissioning forms)
  • Provides engineering analysis and technical support for Oncor real-time operations in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Operating Guides.
  • Responsibility of ensuring the computer models of the power grid are accurate in order to support the operation and stability of the high voltage power grid in Texas.

  Engineer

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering required
  • Two years of applicable electric utility experience preferred
  • Electrical Modeling experience preferred
  • Ability to work with moderate supervision
  • All requirements of Associate Engineer
  • Inputting ICCP values for TMS / ERCOT
  • Experience in network operations modeling work preferred (EMS, NMMS, SGEM, CIM, OSI Inc. and ICCP/TASE.2)
  • Strong oral and written communication skills preferred
  • Strong interpersonal skills preferred

  Measures of Success

  • Strive for perfect accuracy in analyzing construction sequences, translating to network model sequences and implementing model changes as an individual
  • Develop tools and work processes to increase efficiency in project tracking, maintaining databases and implementing model changes for T&D Services
  • Provide input to T&D Services management regarding staff work flows, system modifications, new products, and other relevant processes
  • Minimal supervision required

  Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

  The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

• About the company

  Oncor Electric Delivery Company is Texas's largest transmission and distribution electric utility, the 5th largest in the US, serving more than 10 million Texans in 420 cities and 120 counties in the state.

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