Prin Operations Specialist - Lombard, IL

Prin Operations Specialist - Lombard, IL

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Primary Purpose: Regulates the practices, policies, procedures and programs to operate the transmission system in a safe, reliable and efficient manner. Determines transmission outage windows for internal and external departments in accordance with the FERC approved PJM scheduling requirements to minimize transmission system congestion. Ensures proposed transmission system configuration can be operated consistent with NERC and PJM operating policies for a given set of transmission outages. Directs and enhances work bundling efforts to minimize unnecessary risk to the interconnected transmission system. Leads project outage meetings on transmission system project teams to coordinate the addition of new equipment and assure the seamless assimilation of new transmission system configuration enhancements. Approve updated project and outage scheduling tools to monitor and address long range scheduling and switching issues. Expertise in transmission system operations and the regulations governing safe reliable operations are crucial in understanding the requirements of this job. The Prin Specialist - Operations has interfaces at several levels including Distribution System Operation, T&S, Exelon Nuclear, Exelon Power, independent power producers, PJM and other transmission system customers, operators and owners. Exceptional communications, decision making, and negotiations skills are essential.

Note: Where someone qualified as a transmission dispatcher assumes this position, they are expected to maintain such qualifications and perform dispatch functions on an as-needed basis. Note: Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Note: This is a hybrid position (in-office with remote flexibility). Employees are required to be in office at least three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). This position must sit out of our Lombard - IL office. This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

Primary Duties: Lead and facilitate Transmission System outage meetings with other departments, transmission customers and generation operators to coordinate activities and effectively reduce risk of service interruption to electric customers. Approve all transmission outage Clearance Requests and develop Clearance Orders for Transmission system facilities while maintaining the reliability of the transmission system. Develop and analyze power system models to ensure the reliability of the transmission system. Develop, enforce, and maintain the Transmission System Operations procedures, manuals and guides. Develop and issue the long-term transmission outage schedule. Advise real time operating personnel during emergency conditions.

Job Scope: The Prin Operations Specialist will have the role of being a subject matter expert on the EMS Support Group (ESG) team. ESG creates and maintains the digital representation of the transmission grid. The team is split into two core groups: database specialists and engineers. The database team creates the framework for communication with field equipment and builds and maintains One-Line Displays. The engineering team takes this framework and develops an electric model of the grid. Depending on the candidates background this could be database and display expertise or power flow and advanced application expertise. The Prin Operations Specialist will perform tasks in line with their background. An engineering background would include tasks such as: Provide real time engineering / operations support to System Operations staff focused on State Estimator and Contingency Analysis solutions. Provide quarterly PJM model updates. Update, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Transmission Security Management (TSM) and Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) applications. Edit the Energy Management System (EMS) database with applicable TSM, point changes, ratings changes, D-curve updates. A database specialist background would include tasks such as: Provide real time database and system support to System Operations staff focused on SCADA. Complete database work in the Energy Management System (EMS). Complete display creation and edits in the Energy Management System (EMS). Support and Troubleshoot application issues for the Energy Management System (EMS). The Prin Operations Specialist will also have responsibilities for project management on upcoming projects which the EMS Support Group will be engaged including, but not limited to, the EMS full system upgrade.

Minimum Education Required: High School/GED

Job Category: Operations

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Business or related technical field and 7-10 years' experience in the operation, planning, design or maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment, OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 9-12 years of relevant experience is required. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and develop alternative solutions and strategies. Ability to represent the company and negotiate with other departments throughout Exelon, PJM, Generation Operators, Transmission Operators and transmission customers. Demonstrated ability to influence, direct, and negotiate. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications Qualified Transmission Dispatcher Knowledge of transmission system equipment and start-up testing Knowledge of transmission customer interconnection requirements Knowledge of power system analysis Knowledge of protective relaying and other substation controls PJM certified NERC certified Knowledge of the Energy Management System advanced applications Experience with EMS, SCADA

Benefits: Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $114,400.00/Yr. $157,300.00/Yr. Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20% 401(k) match and annual company contribution Medical, dental and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement Referral bonus program And much more

Location: Lombard, Illinois

Company: Exelon Corporation

Salary Range: $100,000