Supervisor, Dynamic Studies - System Planning

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JOB SUMMARY Supervisor, Dynamic Studies - System Planning leads a team responsible for performing system-wide dynamic stability assessments in the transmission planning horizon. This role supports annual planning studies, NERC-mandated assessments, and evaluation of transmission projects and stability constraints to ensure reliable planning of the ERCOT electric power grid in compliance with NERC Reliability Standards, ERCOT Protocols, and Planning Guides. The supervisor coordinates with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure consistent modeling practices, sound study methodologies, and effective communication of planning study results. JOB DUTIES Responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and performance management of staff. Supervises, mentors, and develops a team of engineers performing transient dynamic stability studies and electro-magnetic transient (EMT) studies in the transmission planning horizon. Plans and prioritizes work to meet study deadlines while ensuring compliance with NERC reliability standards, ERCOT Planning Guides and Protocols, and stakeholder commitments. Acts as the subject matter expert for the ERCOT Planning Guides and Protocols and the NERC Standards related to dynamic stability. Ensures technical accuracy, consistency, and quality across all dynamic studies. Leads and coordinates NERC or ERCOT-mandated dynamic studies, including annual stability and sub-synchronous oscillation (SSO) assessments. Provides technical support for Economic Analysis, RTP, and RPG projects, including dynamic stability study to evaluate transmission solutions and to identify potential mitigation measures to address stability constraints. Develops dynamic cases for near-term and long-term planning horizons, including Dynamic Working Group (DWG) flat start cases and TPL-008-1 transient stability study cases. Serves as subject matter expert for NERC Reliability Standards, guidelines, and alerts related to dynamic stabilities of ERCOT grid. Supports NERC audits, data requests, and development of compliance evidence. Conducts EMT system studies using PSCAD on an as-needed basis to address planning reliability issues. Conducts ad-hoc special studies initiated by internal or external stakeholders. Provides support for generation and load interconnection-related activities on an as-needed basis. Coordinates closely with other ERCOT teams to ensure consistency between planning and operations. Provides technical analysis and reports in both written and oral formats to internal teams and stakeholders. Interfaces with Market Participants and Transmission Service Providers as required to support transmission planning studies. Formulates and communicates recommendations for changes to ERCOT Protocols, Planning Guides, and Procedures, and provides technical support as needed. Supports and represents ERCOT on various ERCOT subcommittees, working groups, and task forces as needed. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Minimum of 5 years' experience in planning or system operations in excess of degree requirements stated above. Strong knowledge of power system dynamics and modeling, including inverter-based resources and large load, is required. Experience with PSSE, TSAT, or PSCAD dynamic simulation preferred. EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Required); advanced degree in engineering, business administration, or related discipline preferred. 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. ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law. Expected Salary Range: $144,000 - $198,000 The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 27 million Texas customers - representing about 90 percent of the state's electric load. As the independent system operator for the region, ERCOT schedules power on an electric grid that connects more than 54,100 miles of transmission lines and 1,250 generating units. ERCOT also performs financial settlement for the competitive wholesale bulk-power market and administers retail switching for 8 million premises in competitive choice areas. ERCOT is a membership-based 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation, governed by a board of directors and subject to oversight by the Public Utility Commission of Texas and the Texas Legislature. ERCOT's members include consumers, cooperatives, generators, power marketers, retail electric providers, investor-owned electric utilities (transmission and distribution providers,) and municipal-owned electric utilities. BENEFITS Health Dental Vision Life insurance Long/short-term disability insurance Long-term care insurance Section 125 Flexible Spending Account Retirement Savings Plan The medical, dental, vision, and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none. Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire. Additionally, 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future. ERCOT INTERNSHIP PROGRAM The ERCOT Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to develop their skills in a professional work environment. Each intern will receive unique projects and assignments that aim to solve real challenges facing the electric industry. ERCOT internships provide professional learning experiences that offer meaningful, practical work related to each student's desired career path. Eligible candidates should be enrolled in an academic bachelors or post graduate degree program maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher. ERCOT ENGINEER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (EDP) The ERCOT Engineer Development Program (EDP) is a 12-to-16-month, self-paced program geared toward entry-level engineers looking to start a career in the power industry. Through the program, an EDP Engineer receives one-one mentoring, specialized training, and exposure to the work performed by each of the engineering groups at ERCOT. The program allows engineers to develop the fundamental skills necessary to reach their full potential while gaining an understanding of the types of engineering work ERCOT has to offer. EDP management supports participants each step of the way as they progress through the program. Upon completion, graduates are placed as full-time engineers within one of ERCOT’s engineering groups. GMS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (GDP) The GMS Development Program (GDP) is designed to provide entry-level and early-career professionals with the skills necessary to become successful Power System and Computer Engineers. The program, which is based in ERCOT’s Grid and 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-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. SYSTEM OPERATOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (ODP) The System Operator Development Program (ODP) is intended to combine real-time daily operations in an exciting work setting to prepare participants with the vital skills necessary to be successful in such a critical position — providing 24x7x365 on-demand support to manage the flow of electric power to more than 26 million Texas customers. If you are new to the industry, this program introduces you to the Bulk Electric System by combining introductory courses ... #J-18808-Ljbffr Electric Reliability Council of Texas