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GMS Development Program – Entry Level Power & Computer Engineer

ERCOT · Austin, TX · 1 wk ago
HybridSalesFull-time

About the role

The ERCOT Information Technology (IT) - Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) team works on cutting-edge technology solutions that run the electric power grid and wholesale markets within the state of Texas. You will use your creativity and technical expertise to implement industry-leading solutions that will help shape the future of the global electric power industry.

Job Duties

  • Provide Engineering Support for a portfolio of Grid Applications including Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load Forecasting, Operator Training Simulator (OTS) etc.
  • Provide Engineering Support for a portfolio of Market Applications including Security Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED), Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Reliability Unit Commitment (RUC), Congestion Revenue Rights (CRR), QSE Training Simulator etc.
  • Design, code, test, validate and implement modifications to Grid and Market applications while adhering to Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) processes.
  • Install, configure, and support leading grid and market products from global vendors such as GE/Hitachi/Siemens/Aveva etc.

Topics Covered in the Grid and Market Solutions Development Program

  • Fundamentals of Grid and Market Solutions that help run the Texas Power Grid and Wholesale Markets.
  • Energy Management System (EMS) and Market Management System (MMS).
  • Supervisory Controls and Data Acquisition (SCADA).
  • IT services and operations management to effectively manage the grid and market systems and applications.
  • Code utilizing a variety of programming languages and tools such as Angular, React, JavaScript, C++, Python, Shell Scripting, PL/SQL, Java, XML, APIs.
  • Support applications on a variety of Operating Systems such as Windows/Linux.
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML).
  • Support applications on databases such as SQL Server and Oracle.
  • Support business intelligence and analytics tools.

Job Competencies

  • Functional/Technical Skills: Problem Solving/Analysis, Planning, Decision-making/Judgment, Quality, Communication (Verbal, Written and Presentation Skills).

Education and Experience

  • No minimum work experience required in excess of degree requirements.
  • Preferred Experience: Previous internship in the power industry or power-related project.
  • Courses: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field (Required). Focus in or coursework in Power Systems is Highly Preferred.
  • Master's Degree: Electrical Engineering (major in Power Systems preferred) or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required.

Work Location

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. 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.

Target Start Date

Between June-Aug 2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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