Engineer - Operational Planning (All Levels) - Novi, United States - ITC Holdings Corp

    ITC Holdings Corp
    ITC Holdings Corp Novi, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    JOB SUMMARY
    Performs various Operational Planning studies, coordinates with internal and external entities including RTOs, develops operating plans and studies transmission outages to ensure reliable system operation for all ITC Operating Companies.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs various (near term, forward, next-day and real-time horizon) operational planning studies to ensure the reliability of the Bulk Electric System for planned and unplanned facility outages.
  • Analyzes transmission system voltage, thermal and power transfer performance to detect potential system operating limit and interconnected reliability operating limit encroachment.
  • Evaluates various transmission system conditions for congestion and develops mitigation strategies and operating guides to maintain operating performance within specified limits.
  • Provides real-time support to the Operations Control Room; may require occasional support outside of normal business hours
  • Evaluates proposed capital system upgrades and expansion projects for impact on reliability, operability, maintainability and expandability.
  • Coordinates with interconnected entities and reliability authorities on system operating issues and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Standards compliance requirements.
  • Supports development and maintenance of detailed network transmission models and external system models and equivalents.
  • Performs reliability assessments studies and develops various reports.
  • Develops presentations and presents system performance assessments and reliability assessments to both internal and external audiences.
  • Supports data submittals, regulatory filings and NERC compliance activities.
  • Conducts analysis on historical transmission outages to evaluate performance measures.
  • Represents ITC on various industry groups, committees and working groups.
  • REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Power system coursework preferred or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education
  • Minimum Work Experience Required Engineer, Associate: No work experience required (entry level) Engineer (Intermediate): Minimum of two (2) years of related experience Engineer, Senior: Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
  • Knowledge of Power transmission system operations, planning or design.
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.
  • Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
  • Ability to work under minimal supervision in a team environment
  • Experience in utilizing Energy Management System (EMS) - Power Flow (PF), Contingency Analysis (CA) and State Estimator (SE) preferred.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.