• Job Description

  Req#: R1921

  At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career.

  ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

  JOB SUMMARY

  This role will be responsible for creating and communicating a vision which anticipates, identifies, and explains challenges and opportunities that ERCOT will encounter as the Texas electric power grid transforms. This role will that allows ERCOT to maximize its effectiveness and progressively achieve higher levels of readiness. This position require develop approaches, processes, and solutions s deep technical expertise in Inverter based resources (IBR) controls, PSCAD & PSSE modelling/simulation skills, and grid stability concepts drive Grid Transformation programs and initiatives using highly skilled matrixed resources from across the organization to drive solutions for upcoming grid challenges.

  JOB DUTIES

  • Recognized as a subject matter expert, possessing specialized advanced technical skills and competencies. Frequently contributes to the development of new theories and methods using knowledge gained through wide-reaching experiences.
  • Employs highly-developed problem resolution skills and expertise as a generalist or specialist using professional concepts and ERCOT objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Exerts significant latitude in determining objectives of assignment. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
  • Wide latitude for decisions within area of expertise; impact generally extends beyond the department.
  • Often advises and leads the work of lower level employees. Could frequently perform in a program/project leadership role requiring the ability to develop and lead matrixed teams. Interacts with management and senior customers on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines.

  ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

  • Possess first principles understanding of inverter and plant controls deployed in solar, wind, battery plants. Experience with controls and power electronics modelling of power electronics loads like power supplies, UPS, and electrolyzers is a plus.
  • Possess expert level simulation skills for both Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) and Phasor based simulation tools like PSCAD and PSSE with the platform level in-depth understanding of the mathematical engines running behind these tools.
  • Possess deep expertise in using Python automation to run PSSE and PSCAD simulations including advanced concepts like parallel computing usage, PSSE-PSCAD case transfer, use of simulation snapshots etc.
  • Possess deep expertise of key concepts in power flow, protection, and stability including knowledge of various form of controls interaction, inter-area oscillations, inertia requirements, and voltage stability.
  • Employs highly developed problem resolution skills to understand if the issue is driven by specific model, network interaction or platform issues.
  • Driven to be grow into world class simulations experts by continuous pursuit of fundamental system level issues coming up with increased penetration of IBR based generation and power electronics based large loads.
  • Understanding and direct experience with IEEE 2800, IEEE 1547, IEEE 519 and other IBR related standards is a plus.
  • Provides strategic and technical expertise to internal and external stakeholders and brings awareness of research and innovation activities.
  • Explores various solution modalities such as white papers, research papers, proof of concepts, pilot programs, and prototype developments.
  • Reports and tracks trends and issues related to emerging generation, transmission, and distribution technologies and the potential impacts to ERCOT.
  • Develops and manages both formal and informal networks and relationships with energy research and innovation eco-systems, global academic institutions, and industry consortiums to gather information, coordinate action, and build cooperation with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Explores partnerships and collaboration opportunities and establishes clear governance structures to ensure progress and timely communication. Examples include ISO/RTO councils, PSERC, Universities, EPRI, CEATI, etc.
  • Proposes new or changes to existing ERCOT protocols, guides, or procedures which would allow market participation of the various emerging solutions.
    

  EXPERIENCE

  • Requires minimum 10 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in electric power grid operations and/or planning at a utility or an ISO or a vendor.
  • Minimum 8 years of hand-on experience working with inverter controls, large scale grid simulations, and in-depth use of PSSE and PSCAD.
  • Demonstrated record of success in working across cross-functional matrixed teams, and successfully delivering solutions required.
  • Some travel required on a monthly basis both within the US and internationally.

  EDUCATION

  • Bachelor's Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Required)
  • Master's or PhD Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Preferred)
  • or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

  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.

  ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.

  Expected Salary Range:

  $165,791 - $281,818

• About the company

  The Electric Reliability Council of Texas manages the flow of electric power on the Texas Interconnection that supplies power to more than 25 million Texas customers – representing 90 percent of the state's electric load.

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