Principal Grid Stability Engineer

Ercot

Taylor, TX, US
Base: $165,791 - $281,818; bonus/equity: not speci...
Hybrid (minimum of 2 days onsite in taylor, tx)
10 years specialized grid stability experience
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Expertise in psse or pscad modeling tools
ERCOT is seeking a Principal Grid Stability Engineer to enhance the Texas power grid's reliability and integration of innovative technologies. The ideal candidate will bring over ten years of specialized experience in grid stability and possess a strong technical background in electrical engineering, particularly in power systems

Job Summary

  • The role involves creating and communicating a vision for grid stability challenges related to Inverter-Based Resources integration.
  • Candidates must demonstrate rigorous intellectual ability to articulate complex technical concepts and challenge conventional thinking across organizational lines.
  • This position requires recognized subject matter expertise in grid stability technology development and adherence to NERC and Regional reliability standards.

Matching Summary

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ERCOT is seeking a Principal Grid Stability Engineer to enhance the Texas power grid's reliability and integration of innovative technologies. The ideal candidate will bring over ten years of specialized experience in grid stability and possess a strong technical background in electrical engineering, particularly in power systems.

Salary

Base: $165,791 - $281,818; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years specialized grid stability experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Expertise in PSSE or PSCAD modeling tools
  • Knowledge of Texas grid operations
  • Ability to lead technical projects

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with NERC, IEEE, CIGRE standards
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Power Systems
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • Published industry papers
  • Mentoring staff capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years specialized experience in grid stability
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required
  • Preferred Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering
  • Preferred Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • Must reside in Texas for remote work eligibility

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