Transmission Control Center Engineer
JOB SUMMARY:
TCC Engineers at the Georgia Transmission Control Center (TCC) ensure the Safe and Reliable operation of the bulk electric system through providing key reliability functions in Floor Engineering Support and Operations Planning. The successful candidate will be developed to provide technical analysis and subject matter expertise in multiple areas. Floor Engineering Support involves managing critical processes and special projects in support of the Area Desk Operators, the management team, and other staff in the TCC to improve efficiencies and provide solutions. The position requires in depth knowledge of the power system, transmission switching, and protective relaying. The successful candidate will gain extensive knowledge of Transmission System Operations and will build strong working relationships throughout Power Delivery, with other cross-functional areas, and with external stakeholders. The successful candidate will also have opportunities to train and develop subject matter and leadership expertise in many areas of System Operations including NERC and FERC Compliance, Physical and Cyber Security, Real-time Operations, Transmission Switching and Storm Restoration, Floor Support, and other areas.
JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Engineering (Electrical) degree with comparable power system experience preferred
- Experience in one of more Transmission areas working with an Electric Utility for 24 months at a minimum (36 months preferred) (Operations, Planning, Construction, Protection & Control, Project Management, Maintenance, EMS/Operations Support, Substation Integration & Automation, Fault Analysis/Power Quality, Facility Ratings)
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of power delivery, T&D switching and clearance practices, NERC and FERC requirements applicable to Operations, construction and maintenance practices related to clearances, customer needs related to clearances and restoration.
- Desired: Experience with GPC operating tools such as STOMP, EMS, TransMap, GPC storm and system alert practices, Georgia ITS processes and procedures, Redbook and Section 0
- Skilled in Project Management with ability to coordinate high volumes of complex projects with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Behavioral Attributes:
- Takes personal responsibility for the quality of technical work. Strong attention to detail
- Works independently and conscientiously with minimal supervision
- Shows teamwork, communicates effectively, and helps foster a team environment.
- Demonstrates Southern Company’s Our Values. Builds trusting relationships through personal integrity
- Demonstrates personal commitment to Safety Excellence
- Demonstrates leadership in fostering an inclusive environment
Other Requirements:
- Pass and maintain Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and Insider Threat Program (ITP) security clearance requirements. Adhere to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Standards of Conduct and Separation Protocol.
- Role is responsible for storm support and may be asked to work shift during those events. This role involves occasional travel (<10%), typically not requiring overnight stays.
- Georgia Transmission Control Center personnel applying for the TCC Engineer position are required to have a minimum of 24 months (36 months preferred) experience at their current role.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide Floor Engineering Support through reviewing outages, calculating system reliability metrics, providing storm support during high volume events, developing subject matter expertise on various tools and NERC standards, engaging ongoing and periodic projects that enhance operations.
- Facilitate completion of projects by working cooperatively with the generating plants, TMCs, ITS Participants, PCC, and other stakeholders.