Responsible for monitoring the implementation of changes, additions and updates to the ERCOT Transmission Grid and associated network models. Responsible for the Business development, maintenance, and support of software, data formats, associated interfaces and the processes and procedures guiding the use thereof. Works closely with other departments that are responsible for application parameters as well (including but not limited to EMS, MMS, CRR, and Planning).

Essential Job Duties

• Analyzes transmission network data including Transmission Element parameters Work closely with ERCOT System Operations, System Operations Support, Market Operating Services Support, Client Services and Metering • Works with load flow and other analysis software to provide accurate power system models and associated cases • Supports detailed model changes delivered by Network Operations Model Change Requests (NOMCRs) to maintain an accurate Network Operations Model and other models contained within the ERCOT modeling system • Validates the database and test the models and associated power flows • Develops, maintains, and supports database infrastructure, model data exchange interfaces, and data export formats • Represents the ERCOT ISO at the ERCOT level • Coordinates and works with the NDSWG (Network Data Support Working Group) members on data exchange and transmission network model maintenance via the NOMCR process • Reviews new technology implementations that affect the model, suggesting and implementing methods to accurately model these technologies • Reviews and develops methods to increase model accuracy including data comparisons and validity checks • Reviews Contingencies, Special Protection Systems, Remedial Action Plans, Mitigation Action Plans, Outages, and other issues that possibly affect models • Reviews, drafts, and implements improvements to the modeling processes • Reviews, drafts, and presents changes to the Protocols, Guides, procedures, and other supporting ERCOT documents relative to modeling. • Develops, enhances, and maintains reports associated with Protocol and Guide compliance criteria • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Competencies

• Functional/Technical Skills • Problem Solving • Planning • Decision Quality • Presentation Skills • Written Communications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field or six years applicable experience is required.