November 14, 2025
Electric Energy Jobs

Planning Engineer SR

Organization:
Electric Reliability Council of Texas
Region:
Canada, Texas, Taylor
End of contest:
February 5, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Engineer
Description

JOB DUTIES 

  • Designs and performs steady-state analyses using power flow models (Powerworld, PSSE, or VSAT).
  • Performs Grid Reliability and Resiliency Assessment, extreme temperature assessment, and special studies to ensure the reliability of the ERCOT Transmission Grid.
  • Supports ERCOT's strategic initiatives from the planning perspective.
  • Supports the development and implementation of new processes to adapt to the fast-evolving grid.
  • Designs and performs production cost modeling (UPLAN) studies to accomplish economic transmission planning.
  • Assists in providing market simulation/forecasting and transmission planning analyses to support other activities.
  • Serves as a technical Subject Matter Expert for the department
  • Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex engineering scenarios
  • Works on the most complex engineering issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Has the ability to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways
  • May coordinate, provide presentations and participate in stakeholder meetings with ERCOT personnel, Market Participants and industry Regulatory agencies
  • Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with team and other internal departments
  • Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager
  • Acts as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts
  • Leads multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies
  • Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs
  • Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices

Work Experience

Engineer 3

  • Minimum 3 years (in excess of degree requirements stated above) of progressively responsible experience as a power system engineer or similar type role.
  • Experience within the electric utility industry preferred.

Senior Engineer

  • Minimum 5 years experience as a power system engineer or similar type role within the electric utility industry

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, or a combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with knowledge equivalent to a major in such fields.

Position is open to a level 3 or Senior Planning Engineer depending on experience of the candidate identified.

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Contact

Electric Reliability Council of Texas





Texas United States

www.ercot.com