Transmission Analyst
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline first-class assets and market-leading operating capacity EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.
Our company is part of EDP a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030 leading the energy transition. With more than 13000 employees around the world we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.
General Description
The Transmission Analyst will run technical studies to support greenfield and development efforts related to renewable projects. Automate powerflow and SCED studies and create regular reports to summarize market dynamics and changes to market signals and assumptions related to Transmission Infrastructure Generation buildout and Load expectations. Track regulatory developments in assigned markets in order to advise the project team in handling all transmission-related issues and minimizing potential risks for the company.
Main Accountabilities
- Perform transmission load flow and LMP analysis and run models of the ISO system to determine impact on EDPRs renewable portfolio
- Analyze forecast and provide guidance regarding forward prices transmission congestion and LMP basis price spread
- Automate powerflow and SCED analysis tasks using proper programming tools
- Automate reporting related to assumptions and results for powerflow and SCED studies
- Work with project developers to ensure each project has adequate transmission or the access needed to ensure competitiveness
- Support Market Operations and the rest of the Energy Management team in all transmission-related matters
- Mitigate transmission risks within EDPRs portfolio
- Additional duties as required
Direct Reports and Travel
Direct reports: None
Travel: 0-10%
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Masters degree preferred
- 1 - 2 years in the utility industry; generation interconnection experience preferred
- Knowledge and understanding of PSSE and Power Flow software (Steady State Dynamic Transient stability)
- Thorough knowledge of programming skills such as Python Java SQL etc
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
- Familiarity with Microsoft Project preferred
- Competency in Analytical Problem Solving Strong Communication Customer/Partner Relationships and Technology Expertise. Preferred
Behavioral requirements
- Ability to deal with complex issues from a high theoretical level to implementation details (e.g. ability to understand technical standards and how they will eventually impact commercial activity)
- Ability to work with EDPRs leadership team to align the transmission strategy with the overall corporate strategy
- Ability to influence others to accommodate EDPRs interests including meetings with high-ranking political figures and public speaking
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
Physical demands & working conditions
- Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
- Speech/Reading: Ability to speak read and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form.
- Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds
- Vision/Hearing: Ability to understand a variety of instructions furnished in written verbal diagram or schedule form
- Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
More than academic knowledge and technical skills we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.
Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.
Need more reasons to apply
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person providing a flexible healthy and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time highlighting the EDP groups strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- ArcGIS
- Intelligence Community Experience
- GIS
- Python
- Computer Networking
- Data Collection
- Intelligence Experience
- R
- Relational Databases
- Analysis Skills
- Data Management
- Application Development
About Company
EDP is a multinational, vertically integrated utility company. Throughout its 40 years of history, it has been building a relevant presence in the world energy scene, being present in 14 countries, in 4 continents. The company has around 12.000 employees and is present throughout t ... View more
