Associate Operations Engineer (Electrical Engineering)

TL;DR

Associate Operations Engineer (Electrical Engineering): Supporting real-time grid operations and market analysis for California's high-voltage power system with an accent on power flow, contingency analysis, and transmission modeling. Focus on developing engineering solutions to ensure grid reliability, integrating renewable resources, and maintaining compliance with NERC standards.

Location: Must be based in or able to relocate to Folsom, CA, USA (Hybrid schedule).

Salary: $38.25 - $53.56 per hour (approx. $79,560 - $111,404 annually).

Company

The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the high-voltage power grid for 80 percent of California, ensuring reliable electricity delivery and impartial access to the wholesale power market.

What you will do

• Learn to establish and update grid operating limits and document procedures for safe system operation.
• Conduct operating studies including power flow, short circuit, stability, and post-transient analysis.
• Assist in developing and documenting operating requirements to adhere to NERC reliability standards.
• Model transmission constraints to ensure efficient market operations and validate market prices.
• Develop automated programs for monitoring transmission system performance and detecting operational issues.
• Collaborate with operations planning teams to communicate current and next-day grid plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a curriculum in Electrical Power Engineering.
• Must be based in or able to relocate to Folsom, CA (Relocation assistance provided).
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and handle a dynamic, changing work environment.

Nice to have

• Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Experience with simulation programs such as PSS/E, GE PSLF, Powerworld Simulator, or DSATools.
• Knowledge of electric utility operations, planning, electricity markets, or SCADA/EMS systems.
• Familiarity with the California Electric System or WECC system.

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to employee health, safety, and work/life integration.
• Flexible work arrangements with a hybrid schedule.
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.
• Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure impacting 30 million people.