Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
The (Sr./Lead) Analyst/Engineer I (II) will support the Market Simulation Department mission by operating and supporting the monthly, annual and long-term FTR Auctions and the monthly and annual ARR Allocations as a FTR/ARR Market Operator. This individual will run a suite of software to clear the FTR auctions and post results as scheduled. This role also has responsibility to coordinate cross-departmental and cross-divisional activities to support the identification of impacts from market rules and perform ad hoc tasks that require data retrieval and analysis to further understand the results produced by PJM's FTR Market Clearing Engine.
Essential Functions:
Understand and operate PJM’s FTR Auctions and ARR Allocation processes
Monitor PJM FTR Auctions and review results for accuracy prior to posting
Prepare reports and presentations to support the activities of the Market Simulation group
Support PJM’s FTR operations, which, may include overtime and weekend work schedules to support
Perform analysis and document results
Provide customer support and training
Work with other members of the department, Market Services Division and System Operations Division in problem-solving and streamlining processes related to markets, including designing and/or developing applications to streamline such processes
Provide support for documenting and testing enhancements to the applications supported by FTR Group
Work with PJM stakeholders through the committee process and work with neighboring ISO/RTOs to ensure adherence to the PJM Tariff, JOAs, and/or Manuals
Understand the PJM Tariff, JOAs, and/or Manuals, evaluate changes for any potential impacts and recommend actions to management
Characteristics & Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or equivalent work experience
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:
Master's Degree in Engineering
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.”
