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Power Operations Engineer III

Location: Hybrid

Duration: 12 months

Provides engineering analysis and technical support to ensure continuing reliable operations of the electric power grid in compliance with NERC Standards, Protocols, and Market Guides. Provides electrical engineering analysis and technical support for the planning and operation of the electric power system. Implements appropriate system modeling, develops tools and procedures to monitor and control the system, performs system studies, analyzes simulated or actual operating results, develops solutions to current or future system issues, and appropriately reports findings and recommendations.

Working in Grid Operations provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to the real-time operations of the electric power grid while developing your engineering and leadership skills. Our world class, exceptional engineering teams work collaboratively with generators and control room operators to solve the energy demands of today using cutting edge technologies and resources.

Job Responsibilities

• Exercises 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
• Participates 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 departments to select and implement system changes as needed

• Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a power system engineer or similar type role
• Minimum 1 year of experience in data querying, data analysis, coding, and automation
• Experience within the electric utility industry highly preferred
  

Preferred Skills

• Power Systems Studies Tool such as PSS/E, PowerWorld, DigSilent GmbH, GE EMS
• Experience in Python, Matlab, VB/VBA, SAS, R, Tableau
• Knowledge of and hands on experience with Machine Learning
• PE (Professional Engineer) certification (preferred)

Education

• 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

Work Location

• Required to be onsite in Taylor 2 days a week. Otherwise, may be flexible to work remotely from Texas Residence the other days in the week.

Benefits

MWResource offers medical, dental and vision coverage through Capital Blue Cross, short- and long-term disability coverage, employer paid life insurance, and participation in the MWResource 401K plan for US based consultants.

MWResource does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or anything else that makes you part of any group.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening.

Please note we are not open to outsourcing our recruitment needs.