Planning Engineer

Job overview

The Planning Engineer role is onsite in Taylor, TX, with an expected salary range of $110,000–$151,000 per year. ERCOT manages the flow of electric power across the Texas grid and wholesale market. This role provides engineering analysis and technical support for reliable electric-grid planning and operations. It develops system models, tools, procedures, and studies; evaluates simulated or actual operating results; and recommends solutions to current and future system issues in support of applicable standards and protocols.

What you'll do

• Perform electrical engineering analysis and system studies
• develop and maintain system models, tools, and procedures for monitoring and control
• analyze simulated or actual operating results
• identify system issues and recommend solutions
• support reliable grid operations and compliance with NERC Standards, ERCOT Protocols, and Market Guides
• provide technical guidance and mentorship
• participate in stakeholder meetings and lead studies as applicable.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

planning engineer

electrical engineering

power grid

power system analysis

system planning

grid reliability

production cost simulation

power flow analysis

taylor tx

ercot

nerc standards

wholesale electricity market

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability, and long-term care insurance
• flexible spending account
• retirement savings plan.

Why this role

Senior-level duties may include serving as a department subject matter expert, mentoring engineers and analysts, and leading multifunctional studies.

About the employer

ERCOT is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of General Economic Programs. Sector: 92.