Distribution Operator
Core
Controls and operates the company's distribution resources including circuit breakers, switches, and voltage regulating equipment to ensure grid reliability and compliance with regulations.
Role type
Distribution Operator (Control Center)
Builds
Real-time actions for the distribution electric grid, including load shedding and switching operations
Domain
Electric Power / Utility Distribution
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Electrical theory, algebra and geometry, grid operations systems, system modeling, load flow studies, contingency analysis, LOTO isolation procedures, reactive reserves management, outage scheduling, switch order writing, physical task execution
Preferred skills
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Associate's degree with math aptitude, relevant work experience in electrical utility operations
Technologies
Grid operations systems, databases, spreadsheets, word processing tools, system model, state estimator, ADMS, PI situational awareness displays
Responsibilities
Implements real-time actions including shedding firm load; directs switching and tagging activities for LOTO isolation; responds to distribution disturbances; mentors Distribution Operator Trainees; reviews and updates Standard Operating Procedures; simulates removing distribution elements to prevent violations; assists with outage scheduling and load flow studies; operates grid operations systems and computer platforms; performs physical tasks such as standing for extended periods and lifting up to 25 pounds
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC with shift work