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Power System Engineer Associate

Taylor, TX
Permanent

Hybrid with minimum of 2 times a week onsite

Job Description:


Provides engineering support to implement improved inverter-based resources (IBRs) capabilities and modeling for IBRs. Reviews submissions of technical data related to maximization of voltage ride-through (VRT) and frequency ride-through (FRT) to ensure compliance with *** requirements. Performs reliability power system studies, including steady-state and dynamic stability studies, to assess the impact of inverter based-resource VRT and FRT performance on the *** system. Works with market participants to understand requirements, facilitate submissions, and implementation of modifications or exemptions. Coordinates with internal *** teams to ensure all requirements related to VRT and FRT are being met. Serves as subject matter expert on topics related to VRT and FRT performance for inverter-based resources. Supports development of processes and procedures related to VRT and FRT maximization and may support development and implementation of future Revision Requests in this area.


JOB DUTIES



  • Performs reliability power system studies, including steady-state and dynamic stability studies, to assess the impact of inverter based-resource voltage ride-through (VRT) and frequency ride-through (FRT) performance on the *** system.

  • Reviews submissions of technical data related to maximization of voltage ride-through (VRT) and frequency ride-through (FRT) to ensure compliance with *** requirements.

  • Supports development of processes and procedures to implement NOGRR 245 and subsequent rulemakings at the PUCT and additional related *** revision requests.

  • Provides technical support for cross functional project team to develop processes to receive submissions, review IBR performance based on *** requirements, and coordinates with other departments.

  • Works with market participants to understand requirements, facilitate submissions, and implement modifications or exemptions.

  • Reviews, evaluates and recommends disposition of requests for extensions and exemptions from VRT and FRT requirements to management.

  • May represent *** is stakeholder groups.


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE



  • Level 1 Engineer: No minimum work experience required in excess of degree requirements


PREFERRED EXPERIENCE



  • Experience performing reliability power system studies.

  • Background in renewable generation resources Wind, Solar, or Battery.

  • Experience analyzing voltage levels and relay or protection settings.

  • Experience with Python, Powerworld, PSSE, or PSCAD.

  • Good communication skills with ability to collaborate and communicate with external entities.


EDUCATION



  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required



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EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 254263731