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ERCOT is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We accept and celebrate those that join us and recognize that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. A diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future.

JOB SUMMARY

Leads and directs ERCOT’s activities to implement improved inverter-based resources (IBRs) capabilities and modeling for IBRs pursuant to ERCOT requirements. Leads ERCOT’s activities for implementing Nodal Operating Guide Revision Request (NOGRR) 245, subsequent rulemakings at the PUCT, and additional ERCOT Revision Requests. Provides technical and organizational leadership for a cross functional project team to develop processes to review required submissions, evaluate IBR capability based on ERCOT requirements, and coordinate with other departments. Works with market participants to understand requirements, facilitate submissions, and implementation of modifications or exemptions. Develops and coordinates the exemption approval process for eligible IBRs. Reviews, evaluates, and recommends disposition of requests for extensions and exemptions to executive leadership. Develops Revision Requests and supports in stakeholder process to implement necessary changes.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

Responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and performance management of a professional staff.
Leads ERCOT’s activities to implement improved inverter-based resources (IBRs) capabilities and modeling for IBRs pursuant to ERCOT requirements and rulemakings at the PUCT.
Develops processes and procedures to implement NOGRR 245 and subsequent rulemakings at the PUCT and additional related ERCOT revision requests.
Provides technical and project management for cross functional project team to develop processes to receive submissions, review IBR performance based on ERCOT requirements, and coordinates with other departments.
Works with market participants to understand requirements, facilitate submissions, and implement modifications or exemptions.
Coordinates input and review of market participant submissions by technical subject-matter experts.
Reviews, evaluates and recommends disposition of requests for extensions and exemptions to executive leadership.
Provides support to compliance and regulatory departments related to technical reliability standards for interconnection of generation.
Regularly interacts with senior management or executive levels on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers. Requires the ability to gain acceptance from others in complex situations.
May coordinate activities of two or more departments. Provides leadership to supervisors and/or professional staff.
Supports ERCOT activities in regulatory processes.
Develops revision requests and supports in stakeholder process to implement necessary changes.
Provides substantial input to the budgeting process. Responsible for budgetary decisions within functional area according to organizational policy/guidelines. Recommends financial decisions that impact area of responsibility.

EXPERIENCE

Requires minimum 8 years job related work experience and 2 years in a management or leadership role in excess of degree requirements. Minimum years of job-related experience can include time in leadership roles.

EDUCATION

Bachelors Degree : Electrical Engineering or related field (Required)
Masters Degree : Electrical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (Preferred)
Or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

WORK LOCATION – Taylor, TX:

Employees will be required to be on-site in Taylor, TX at minimum 2 days per week, or more, as needed based on the business needs as determined by management
On-site schedules are flexible or may be rotated based on business needs as determined by the Manager
Remote work is required to be performed from your Texas residence.
Employees may opt to work on-site more than required or 100% of the time

The foregoing description reflects the minimum qualifications and the essential functions of the position that must be performed proficiently with or without reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties expected to be performed, and management may, at its discretion, revise or require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment with ERCOT. Both ERCOT and the employee may exercise their employment-at-will rights at any time.

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ERCOT is firmly committed to equal employment for all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, medical condition, religion, age, creed, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected category under federal, state or local law.

Expected Salary Range:

$144,161 - $260,000