Engineer in Training (Hybrid)
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across California's power grid. The Engineer in Training (EIT) participates in a structured training program focusing on Bulk Electric System Operations and Market Operations, with opportunities to apply for various engineering positions upon successful completion.
Responsibilities
- Complete a full rotation of hands on learning through all OES teams (OEP North, OEP South, and RMOE)
- Actively participates in a fast-paced learning program of formal classroom instruction, power system simulation, on-the-job training, site-visits, and self-study, Power System Operations and ISO Market Operations
- Completes training modules and additional required reading including books, training manuals and operating procedures within specified timeframes
- Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in each area of study by qualifying scores on written and/or performance exams. Accountable for maintaining progress through the Program on a defined schedule and periodic proficiency testing
- Attends supplemental programs and/or events as deemed appropriate by management
- Learns strategies to best support reliability and business objectives
- Learns fundamentals of generation and transmission maintenance, transmission system congestion and congestion mitigation
- Demonstrates knowledge of operational goals, objectives, tools, EMS applications processes, and services
- Actively participates in multiple challenging, complex and time sensitive projects and/or a work programs
- Successfully obtains the required NERC System Operator Certification, prior to receiving a Reliability and Market Operations Engineer position
Skills
- A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with emphasis in power systems
- Demonstrated aptitude in the areas of advanced mathematics, technical, mechanical, and systems/computer applications areas required
- Demonstrated high technical interest in bulk electric system operations, market operations, and initiatives pursuant to ongoing professional development
- Proven fundamental good judgment with the ability to work effectively in a team environment as facilitator and team member
- Must be able to work under high-pressure and stressful conditions and demonstrate the ability to exercise good judgment and discretion in routine and emergency conditions to take immediate appropriate action
- Must be confident and decisive with complex decisions with a high level of personal accountability and the ability to be assertive when necessary
- Strong sense of self-motivation and to learn complex information in a fast-moving, distracting and ever-changing environment
- Excellent communication, analytical, multitasking skills, and flexibility
- One or more years of related technical experience is desirable
Benefits
- Relocation assistance is available.
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