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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.\nERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at alllevels 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 diverseworkforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.\nJOB SUMMARY\nProvides comprehensive electrical engineering analysis and technical support for Large Load Batch stability assessment, NERC reliability studies, transmission planning, and interconnection reliability assessments pertaining to Large Loads integration within the ERCOT power system. Utilizes robust system modeling techniques, study tools and procedures for evaluating system performance, conducts stability analyses, formulates solutions to address system reliability requirements, and presents findings and recommendations in a clear and appropriate manner.\nLevel 2 & 3:\nPerforms Batch stability screening studies for Large Load interconnection and transmission improvements using power system simulation tools.\nDesigns and performs stability assessments, including but not limited to PV analysis, angular and voltage stability, and short circuit analysis, using simulation models (PSSE, VSAT, TSAT, PowerWorld, and/or related tools) under the direction of a senior engineer or management.\nSupports NERC FAC-002 studies for Large Load interconnections.\nRuns appropriate scenarios and sensitivity analyses to ensure robust study results, analyzes study accuracy, and assists in formulating conclusions and recommendations.\nReviews stakeholder reports and dynamic models to ensure appropriate technical content and accuracy. \nIdentifies stability constraints and assists in developing mitigation recommendations.\nAssists in preparing technical reports, presentations, and study documentation for ERCOT management, Market Participants, NERC, and other entities.\nSupports process improvements and automation efforts for planning and stability screening workflows.\nAssists market participants in updating and validating power system dynamic models.\nAbility to manage multiple assignments and competing priorities.\nCommitment to reliability, compliance, technical accuracy, and continuous improvement.\nSenior Level: includes all of the above in addition to:\nServes as a technical Subject Matter Expert for Batch Zero stability screening.\nMakes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex engineering scenarios.\nWorks on the most complex engineering issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.\nLeads complex interconnection and reliability studies involving resources, Large Loads, and transmission system improvements.\nMay coordinate, provide presentations, and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants, Transmission Service Providers, consultants, and Regulatory agencies.\nFosters and leverages strong working relationships with team members and other internal departments.\nLeads professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by management.\nActs as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts.\nLeads multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments, and perform studies.\nDemonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools.\nMaintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices related to system stability, interconnection studies, and reliability standards.\nExcellent written and verbal communication abilities.\nLead Level: includes all of the above in addition to:\nBroadly applies advanced engineering principles, theories, and concepts with full-depth expertise in transmission planning, stability analysis, and interconnection studies.\nIndependently defines problem statements, study scope, and analytical approaches for complex, ambiguous issues where established procedures may not exist.\nLeads and delivers highly complex stability studies of diverse scope, exercising sound judgment in selecting methods, assumptions, and solution strategies.\nProvides technical recommendations on issues that extend beyond standard practices, influencing project, program, or departmental outcomes.\nServes as a recognized technical authority and primary point of contact, frequently engaging with Market Participants, TSPs, consultants, and external stakeholders.\nOperates with wide latitude in decision-making within assigned programs and projects; work is reviewed primarily for alignment with objectives and outcomes.\nWorks independently with minimal supervision; receives general direction on new or strategic assignments.\nActs as a lead engineer and resource to senior and junior staff, guiding, reviewing, and at times directing technical work.\nRepresents the organization in project leadership roles and high-impact stakeholder or inter-organizational forums.\nREQUIREMENTS\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required\nOr a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge equivalent to a major in such fields is required.\nWork Experience Required\nEngineer 2 - Requires a minimum of 1-year job-related work experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.\nEngineer 3 - Requires a minimum of 3 years job-related work experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.\nEngineer, Sr. - Requires a minimum of 5 years job-related work experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.\nLead - Requires a minimum 8 years job-related experience (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role. Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.\nPreferred Work Experience:\nExperience performing stability studies.\nExperience supporting transmission planning assessments.\nExperience conducting large-scale dynamic stability analyses using power system simulation tools\nExperience analyzing large load dynamic behavior (e.g., data centers, industrial loads) and assessing system impacts.\nExperience programming and developing simulation automation tools (Python preferred).\nExperience assessing and mitigating oscillatory or voltage stability issues.\nExperience assisting in the development of improvements to transmission planning and interconnection study processes.\nFamiliarity with NERC reliability standards, particularly FAC-002 and TPL standards.\nWORK LOCATION\nThis position is Hybrid. 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