GMS Development Program – Entry Level Power & Computer Engineer

at  ERCOTElectric Reliability Council of Texas

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. 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.
ERCOT is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We accept and celebrate those that join us and recognize that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. A diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.
ERCOT offers the flexibility to work both in and out of the office within the state of Texas, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance.
As a member of ERCOT Information Technology (IT) - Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) team, you will work on cutting edge technology solutions that run the electric power grid and wholesale markets within the state of Texas. You will use your creativity and technical expertise to implement industry leading solutions that will help shape the future of the global electric power industry.
ERCOT’s GMS Development Program (GDP) is a 12–16-month program designed to provide entry level and early career professionals with the skills necessary to be successful Power System and Computer Engineers. The program, which is based in the Grid & Market Solutions (GMS) Department, will provide experience in day-to-day work and instruction in the fundamentals of electric power systems engineering, grid and market applications, software programming, and IT service and operations management. The GDP offers one-on-one mentoring, training, field trips, and special assignments. These assignments allow GDP engineers to become knowledgeable and familiar with the various business areas at ERCOT. The GMS leadership team prepares GDP engineers for a future career at ERCOT in power systems and computer engineering.

Job Duties

• Provide Engineering Support for a portfolio of Grid Applications that include Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load Forecasting, Operator Training Simulator (OTS) etc.
• Provide Engineering Support for a portfolio of Market Applications that include Security Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED), Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Reliability Unit Commitment (RUC), Congestion Revenue Rights (CRR), QSE Training Simulator etc.
• Design, code, test, validate and implement modifications to Grid and Market applications while adhering to Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes.
• Install, configure, and support leading grid and market products from global vendors such as GE/Hitachi/Siemens/Aveva etc.

Topics Covered in the Grid and Market Solutions Development Program:

• Fundamentals of Grid and Market Solutions that help run the Texas Power Grid and Wholesale Markets.
• IT services and operations management to effectively manage the grid and market systems and applications
• Code utilizing a variety of programming languages and tools such as JavaScript, C++, Python, Shell Scripting, PL/SQL, Java, XML, APIs
• Support applications on a variety of Operating Systems such as Windows/AIX/Linux
• Support applications on databases such as SQL Server and Oracle
• Support business intelligence and analytics tools

Job Competencies

• Functional/Technical Skills
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Planning
• Decision-making/Judgment
• Quality
• Communication (Verbal, Written and Presentation Skills)

EXPERIENCE

• No minimum work experience required in excess of degree requirements.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Previous internship in the power industry or power related project

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Required)
• Master’s Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Preferred)
• or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

WORK LOCATION – Taylor, TX:

• Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at minimum 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management
• On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager
• Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.
• Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time
• Work arrangements are subject to business needs and are subject to change accordingly.

Target Start Date: October 2024
The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time. #LI-Hybrid, #LI-MH
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• Provide Engineering Support for a portfolio of Grid Applications that include Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load Forecasting, Operator Training Simulator (OTS) etc.
• Provide Engineering Support for a portfolio of Market Applications that include Security Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED), Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Reliability Unit Commitment (RUC), Congestion Revenue Rights (CRR), QSE Training Simulator etc.
• Design, code, test, validate and implement modifications to Grid and Market applications while adhering to Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes.
• Install, configure, and support leading grid and market products from global vendors such as GE/Hitachi/Siemens/Aveva etc