Center Point Energy is looking for an Associate Controller, System to join our CEHE Real Time System Control Team, located in Houston, TX.
You will have the ability to: Entry level position reporting to leadership in Real Time Operations. Under direct supervision of a qualified System Controller, learns to monitor and control transmission and substation facilities to provide a safe, economic, and secure operation of the Houston Electric electrical power system in normal and emergency conditions. Works in coordination with ERCOT System Operators to ensure that the Transmission System is operated to meet wholesale electrical market needs while preserving reliability using Good Utility Practice..
We want you to know
CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years. Our vision to lead the nation in delivering energy, service and value drives our strategy and performance. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.
Diversity and Inclusion
CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.
At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.
What we bring to you
- Competitive pay
- Paid training
- Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
- Subsides metro and parking discounts
- Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
- Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
- Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution with immediate 100% vesting.
To be successful in this role you will:
- Direct and coordinate field switching and clearance activity (by radio, telephone, or supervisory control) to ensure safety of personnel and equipment
- Analyze Energy Management System (EMS) data to verify accuracy and to stay abreast of power system changes
- Monitor and control voltage as prescribed by the System Voltage Profile. Make appropriate voltage changes using static and dynamic voltage sources
- Coordinate with ERCOT System Operators to ensure voltage stability and reliability
- Implement the commissioning and interconnection of new electrical facilities safely and reliably
- Work with ERCOT System Operators to minimize transmission congestion when initiating planned outage switching.Be aware of transmission corridor loading at all times.
- Review and initiate sequences of steps for handling multiple system problems to minimize risk
- Control transmission/substation electrical equipment such as regulators, capacitor banks, transformers, and breakers to maintain system stability
- Provide appropriate documentation of system events as well as proper notification of such events
- Communicate efficiently and professionally with inside and outside entities. Provide excellent customer support to all entities.
- Be available for duty when system events require additional resources at the Control Center
- Initiate appropriate emergency responses and notifications as required by system conditions and events
- Observe safety rules and procedures at all times. Ensure that these rules/procedures are followed in field activities as well..
Your background includes:
- North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) System Operator Certification
A bonus to have:
- Bachelor's degree preferred. Electrical or technical field of study preferred.
CenterPoint Energy, Inc.
1111 Louisiana St
Houston
Texas United States
www.centerpointenergy.com
