Main Accountabilities:

• Monitor real-time control center operations and performing wind farms across the US and apply established procedures in order to guarantee maximum availability, sale of energy, and wind farm service
• Report and document the status of forced and planned plant outages to Regional Transmission Organizations/ Independent System Operators ( RTO/ISO)
• Develop and implement effective strategies to maximize the WPP value by capturing profit opportunities in the real-time power markets
• Evaluate system alarms and irregularities, taking corrective action as outlined in established guidelines
• Ensure quality and accuracy of Company real-time generation information being telemetered to RTO/ISO
• Call-out field and emergency service personnel when appropriate
• Direct electrical substation switching at Company facilities using a detailed understanding of the Company’s electrical switching practices
• Ensure turbine and substation data integrity for internal databases used for reporting
• Use OEM SCADA (Original Equipment Manufacturer Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) to control the real and reactive power of the 5 unique types of turbines now in use
• Maintain an understanding of the energy markets where company assets are located
• Maintain an understanding of commercial practices as they relate to managing merchant power pricing and scheduling
• Additional duties as required

Direct reports: None

Travel: None

Minimum qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 3+ years in power system operations, power production, or related energy operations
• Must be willing to obtain Company ROCC Operator certification within 9 months from the date of hire
• Must already have or be willing to obtain PJM System Operator certification within 12 months from the date of hire
• Thorough knowledge of AC theory and power flow; Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software, OSI PI, and database development and management.
• Spanish speaking required

Behavioral requirements:

• Ability to use multiple OEM SCADA applications
• Ability to understand and put into practice energy market selling processes
• Ability to influence individuals and groups
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong background in electrical AC theory and power flow
• High attention to detail and ability to be self-motivated
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to perform job tasks in a collaborative working environment
• Availability and willingness to work a rotating schedule as assigned, with shifts comprising a 24-hour, seven days per week operation

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
• Speech/Reading: Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or scheduled form
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary

Travel Required

No. None

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

Associates or better.

Experience

Required

3 years: 3+ years in power system operations, power production, or related energy operations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $91,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Houston, TX: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: One location

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