Operations Engineer Lead
Core
Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards and ERCOT Protocols.
Role type
Senior IC power system engineer (grid operations)
Builds
System modeling, monitoring tools, and procedures for the ERCOT power system
Domain
Electric utility industry + power system engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Power system engineering, system modeling, electrical engineering analysis, regulatory compliance (NERC/ERCOT), software tool development
Preferred skills
Data analysis/analytics, large data sets handling, relational databases, Python, SQL, VBA, Matlab, electric utility industry experience
Technologies
Python, SQL, VBA, Matlab
Responsibilities
Perform system studies and analyze simulated or actual operating results, develop tools and procedures to monitor and control the ERCOT system, tune and support Energy Management System components (Load Frequency Control, Resource Limit Calculator), establish new Nodal Protocol and Operating Guide Revisions, act as mentor to less experienced engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship duties