Grid Testing Engineer

LocationAustin, TX
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

RWE Clean Energy, LLC To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent Functional area:

Engineering

Remuneration:

Non-Exempt

The

Grid Testing team

offers NERC Model Verification testing to provide RWE Compliance with a convenient and cost-effective solution for implementing the NERC standards. In this role, the Engineer will work cross-functionally to support plant managers, grid regulators, transmission system operators, and RWE teams. Test equipment and controls methodology to validate compliance with interconnection requirements and validate generator models used for grid compliance, specifically MOD-25, MOD-26, and MOD-27, across all new build and Repowered project sites.

Role Responsibilities:

Execute reactive power (lead & lag), Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR), and Primary Frequency Response (PFR) tests at RWE Clean Energy plants to assist in meeting evolving regulatory standards for steady-state performance, dynamic performance, and modeling
Communicate effectively to support testing and/or compliance needs, and resolve issues promptly
Support RWE project(s) with power systems engineering expertise, including design and equipment specification studies, and commissioning support
Contribute to the development of new tools and the improvement of existing tools used by the team
Proven ability to empathize, build relationships, and effectively communicate with people from a diverse set of backgrounds
Exceptional written and oral communication
Comfortable with giving directions to others
Experience with MS Windows and Office 365 applications

Job Requirements and Experiences:- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electrical Power Engineering from an accredited college or university

- An advanced Degree in Electrical Power Engineering is preferred

- A minimum of 7 years providing power system testing

- Irregular hours may be required due to plant availability and the TO/ISO approved testing window. This may include nights, holidays, and weekends.

Travel will be limited.

Data reporting using PI data historian experience required
Knowledge of NERC MOD-25, 26, & 27 required
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise required
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementary products required
Demonstrated knowledge in electrical or electric power engineering, conventional and renewable power plant design/operation preferred
Demonstrated capability to complete projects on time and budget is preferred
Knowledge of compliance requirements to support Market Operations & Compliance O&P teams is preferred
Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented personality are required to interface with Construction and Operations Teams
A detailed working knowledge of Renewables facilities is needed, including power generation and distribution, control and safety systems, and utility support systems

Benefits offered:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Through its subsidiary RWE Clean Energy, RWE is the third largest renewable energy company in the United States, with a presence in most U.S. states from coast to coast. RWE’s team of about 2,000 employees in the U.S. stands ready to help meet the nation’s growing energy needs. With its homegrown and fastest-to-market product, RWE supports the goal of American Energy dominance and independence. To that end, RWE Clean Energy is committed to increasing its already strong asset base of over 10 gigawatts of operating wind, solar and battery projects, focusing on providing high-quality jobs. RWE invests in local and rural communities while strengthening domestic manufacturing supporting the renaissance of American industry. This is complemented by RWE’s energy trading business. RWE is also a major offtaker of American liquified natural gas (LNG).

As an energy company with a successful history spanning more than 125 years, RWE has an extensive knowledge of the energy markets and an excellent expertise in all major power generation and storage technologies, from nuclear, coal and gas to hydro, batteries, wind and solar.

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