Grid Interconnections Engineer 2

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JOB SUMMARY

Manages the interconnection process for stand-alone Large Loads, from initial application through energization, and for co-located projects (a Resource or Energy Storage Resource (ESR) paired with a Large Load) from initial application through approval for commercial operations. For co-located projects, responsibilities include performing security screening studies, reviewing Full Interconnection Study (FIS) scope and study reports, reviewing the Standard Generation Interconnection Agreement (SGIA), and reviewing Commissioning Plans and Energization, Synchronization, and Commissioning checklists. Performs regular and ad-hoc analyses of large load consumption behavior and its impact on the reliability of the ERCOT interconnection. Develops appropriate tools, dashboards, policies, and procedures to ensure reliable integration of large loads and co-located resources. Serves as a subject matter expert on large load and co-located resource topics to ERCOT management and other ERCOT teams.

JOB DUTIES

Engineer 1

• •Manages, reviews and performs necessary analysis for the interconnection process for stand-alone large loads (initial application through energization) and co-located projects (initial application through approval for commercial operation).
• •Reviews and processes co-located project interconnection and FIS applications; may review Reactive Study reports, FIS scope and reports, and Standard Generation Interconnection Agreements.
• •Performs powerflow and security screening studies to assess the reliability of co-located interconnection requests.
• •May review commissioning testing data for co-located Resources/ESRs (e.g., AVR/PSS and Reactive tests).
• •May review and approve modeling data for the planning phase of the interconnection process and in the Operations model.
• •Ensures that the interconnection of large loads projects and co-located projects is accomplished in a manner that maintains the reliability of the ERCOT System and complies with NERC Reliability Standards, ERCOT Protocols, the Planning Guide, and the Operating Guides.
• •Supports periodic testing of operational resources to confirm continued compliance with interconnection and performance requirements.
• •Works closely with ERCOT System Operations, System Operations Support, Market Operating Services Support, Client Services, System Planning and Metering.
• •Works closely with Market Participants (MPs), including Interconnecting Entities (IEs), Resource Entities (REs), Distribution Service Providers (DSPs), and Transmission Service Providers (TSPs).
• •Performs regular and ad-hoc analyses of large load behavior and impacts on ERCOT markets and real-time reliability
• •Gains knowledge of relevant market rules and departmental procedures

Engineer 2

• •Perform all duties of an Engineer 1, as well as the following.
• •Participates in cross-functional teams to ensure large loads are fully integrated into ERCOT models and systems
• •Is proficient in market rules and departmental procedures
• •Develops, enhances, and maintains tools and reports for ERCOT stakeholders that improve visibility and understanding of large load activity

EXPERIENCE

Engineer 1

• •Requires no additional job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• •(Required) Ability to communicate effectively
• •(Required) Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint experience
• •(Preferred) Experience developing situational awareness tools and/or coding

Engineer 2

• •Requires minimum 1 year job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• •(Required) Ability to communicate effectively
• •(Required) Ability to read and understand electrical one lines and drawings
• •(Required) Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint experience
• •(Preferred) Experience performing and evaluating powerflow studies in transmission or distribution systems
• •(Preferred) Experience developing situational awareness tools and/or coding
• •(Preferred) Experience with Seeq, PI, and/or Jira

• •Salary and level will be based on overall experience as determined by ERCOT
• •Senior Engineer requires 5 more years of relevant experience

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

CERTIFICATION

PE Professional Engineer (Preferred)

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:

$89,000 - $122,000