ERCOT · 2 weeks ago
Resource Forecasting & Analysis Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$82K/yr - $132K/yr
1+ years expERCOT is a dynamic organization focused on building the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market. The Resource Forecasting & Analysis Engineer will analyze wind and solar forecasts, develop advanced forecasting methodologies, and provide technical support to ensure reliable operations of the electric power grid.
Energy
Hiring Manager
Michelle Hoskins
Responsibilities
Understand and apply principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture
Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects
May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower-level workers
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
May provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other engineers/analysts
May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts
Typically works independently on assignments and projects
Participate in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies
Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies
Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum 1 year experience as a power system engineer or similar type role for Level 2 Engineer
Minimum 3 years' experience as a power system engineer or similar type role for Level 3 Engineer
Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering or related field
or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required
Preferred
Experience in data analysis/analytics and working with large data sets/relational databases
Experience with Python and/or R
Experience with wind and/or solar forecasting
Experience with machine learning
Experience with power flow analysis tools such as Powerworld or PSSE
Company
ERCOT
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 24 million Texas customers.
501-1000 employees
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