Operations Engineer - Planning, South Region - Remote

Overview

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.

As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.

The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.

The California ISO is committed to the health, safety, and work/life integration of its employees, and is proud to offer flexible work arrangements. This position is available in a hybrid or local remote schedule.

Relocation assistance is available.

In Short

• Supports and assists in the development and documentation of operating requirements and instructions.
• Prepares and conducts operating studies and contingency analyses.
• Models transmission constraints in the ISO market.
• Provides engineering support to ISO Divisions and Departments.
• May represent ISO Operations Engineering interests in applicable committees.
• Assists in developing automated computer programs for operational performance monitoring.
• Collaborative work environment focused on challenging assignments.
• Opportunity to impact millions of people who depend on electricity.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Work on interesting and challenging assignments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Electrical Power Engineering.
• Two or more years of related experience.
• NERC Reliability Authority Certification and Professional Engineer License desired.
• Experience in simulation and analytical studies of electric power systems.
• Knowledge of simulation programs such as EMTP, PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS/E, GE PSLF, and SuperHarm.
• Familiarity with California Electric System or WECC system.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to influence others.

Benefits

• Work on interesting and challenging assignments.
• Collaborative environment inside a LEED certified campus.
• Contributions will be rewarded and recognized.
• Flexible work arrangements available.
• Relocation assistance provided.
• Opportunity to impact the electricity market.
• Engagement in a winning team.
• Skill set growth opportunities.
• Work-life integration commitment.
• Challenging work environment with aggressive expectations.