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JOB SUMMARY
Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols and Market Guides. Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system. Supports resource and energy sufficiency assessments, including risk analysis, compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, and fuel security analysis, and supports the development and use of advanced AI/ML techniques to improve in-house forecast models.
JOB DUTIES
Level 1
Works under the direction of a senior level engineer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments
Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures
Learns how to use and develop software tools that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies
Under direct supervision, participates in teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies
Learns ERCOT's resource and energy sufficiency assessment processes, including the data, tools and methods used for risk analysis
Assists with data gathering, analysis and documentation in support of NERC Reliability Standards
Assists with routine data collection and analysis under guidance from senior staff
Learns the in-house forecast models and assists with data preparation and model performance monitoring
Level 2/3
Typically works independently on assignments and projects in accordance with applicable rules and regulations, including NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols, and organization policies and procedures
Performs resource and energy sufficiency assessments and prepares accurate, timely analyses and reports
Performs operational risk analysis and documents results and assumptions
Supports ERCOT compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, including preparation of supporting analyses and documentation
Performs analyses and assists in evaluating risks to resource availability during extreme conditions
Applies data analysis, statistical, and AI/ML techniques to evaluate and help improve in-house forecast models
Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies, and participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed
Participates in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies, and may provide on the job training or mentor less experienced engineers/analysts
Senior
Serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert for the department and for resource and energy sufficiency assessment, leading the analyses that inform ERCOT's assessment of resource adequacy and operational risk
Makes independent decisions and resolves complex issues in creative and effective ways, drawing on expert use of power system software, database programs and knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices
Leads risk analysis and defines analytical methods and…