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Engineer, Electricity Network Control Engineering

National Grid

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Liverpool, NY, USA

Posted 6+ months ago

About us

National Grid is hiring an Operator Training Simulator Engineer for our NY Transmission Control Center in Liverpool, NY.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for maintaining and developing the Operator Training Simulator used for critical operations training in the New York Transmission Control Center. The OTS Engineer will be responsible for maintaining the Simulator’s database in line with the online SCADA Networks Applications Model. In addition, the OTS Engineer will work with Operations and Training staff to develop training scenarios for initial and continuing training for System Operators. In many cases, the OTS Engineer will also be integral in delivering simulation training for the TCC staff. Additional support for creating and maintaining SCADA displays and calculations to support Operations may also be necessary. The candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and be comfortable in a procedure driven environment.

Key Accountabilities

Maintain the OTS Database in line with the real time Network Model.
Work with Operations and Training departments to develop training scenarios for Operator Training.
Assist in developing and administering Simulator scenarios for Operator qualification
Assist in developing and delivering training during initial and continuing Operator training cycles.
Assist in maintaining and improving computer based operator tools as necessary.

Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science or other technical discipline from an accredited school is strongly preferred. Coursework in power Systems and Modeling is desired.
Knowledge of Windows and Linux Operating Systems
Strong skills in Microsoft applications and developing presentation materials.
Understanding of Power Systems modeling
Basic understanding of electrical circuits and one line diagrams.
Knowledge of the NERC TOP, EOP and PER standards
Possession of a NERC Operator Certification or ability to obtain it.
Principles of a systematic approach to training
Basic knowledge of delivering training or ability to attend developmental courses.
Working knowledge of Oracle and SQL

More Information

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Salary

$90k - $127k a year

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is an equal opportunity employer that values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. National Grid is proud to be an affirmative action employer. We encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to join the National Grid team.