*Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid*
A (Sr.) Power Systems Engineer I (II) in Advanced Analytics is responsible for providing qualitative and quantitative analytical capabilities to assure the reliable, economic, and coordinated operation of the PJM Interconnection in accordance with PJM Operating Principles and Standards and applicable Regional and NERC Operating Policies.
Essential Functions:
The primary focus of the work in the Advanced Analytics department:
Performing simulations to determine the impact of market design changes on market outcomes
Conducting descriptive analytical efforts such as markets and system operations analyses
Leading operations research (optimization, mathematical modeling) problems
Supporting diagnostic analytical functions to test solution performance
Collaborating with internal and external business partners to work on challenging problems
Supporting special studies, predictive, diagnostic & operations research
Supporting writing PJM papers, material for PJM board and internal forums & applicable stakeholder efforts
Characteristics & Qualifications
Required:
Master's Degree in Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent work experience
Experience with power systems
Experience in the energy industry
Experience with Production Cost Modeling or Power System Modeling & Optimization
At least 4 years of experience experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis
Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail
Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis
Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory
Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support
Preferred:
PhD in Economics or Engineering
At least 5 years of experience in the energy industry
Using statistical tools such as SAS, R
Data tools such as SQL, visual analytical tools such as Tableau
Using production cost tools such as PLEXOS and PROBE
Formulating optimization problems in published papers
Adept in strategic/forward thinking
Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions
Experience using PSS/e (power system analysis program)
Top Skills
What We Do
PJM Interconnection manages the high-voltage electric system that provides power to 65 million people in all or parts of 13 states and the District of Columbia. It's the largest power grid in North America.
As a neutral, independent party, PJM administers a competitive wholesale electricity market. PJM’s long-term regional planning process provides a broad, interstate perspective that identifies the most effective and cost-efficient improvements to the grid to ensure reliability and economic benefits.
PJM serves all or parts of Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.
An independent board oversees PJM’s activities. Effective governance and a collaborative stakeholder process help PJM achieve its vision: “To be the electric industry leader – today and tomorrow – in reliable operations and efficient wholesale markets.”
