*Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid*
PJM plays an essential role in ensuring the reliability of the electricity grid covering over 65 million people in the Eastern Interconnection. PJM runs the largest competitive wholesale electricity market that looks forward to incorporate the everchanging energy landscape, adapting to the growing demand for electricity, new regulatory policies, and the clean energy transition.
The generation department at PJM is at the forefront of innovation in the power generation industry. Our mission is to maintain grid reliability through ensuring reliable power delivery from generators of various technologies. We are seeking a candidate with a blend of generation operational experience and domain and data expertise. The (Sr./Lead) Engineer I (II) will focus on improving generator performance metrics and analysis, while developing monitoring and prediction tools as part of a larger team of generation subject matter experts.
How you will make a difference on the team:
Hands-on experience working directly with PJM's 24x7 Dispatchers who operate the grid
Highly visible and meaningful work with reports to large audiences and executives
Variety of projects based on skillset/interests ranging from highly technical data analytics to project management
Numerous generation business areas to become subject matter expert including outage planning, operational data gathering/analysis, gas-electric coordination, Black Start services, compliance with industry standards, performance monitoring and reporting, and many more
Working with team members to solve real-time operational issues
Direct interactions with stakeholders, including generation owners, market participants, and industry leaders across both electric and gas sectors
Essential Functions:
Identification and reporting of generation performance, including development of internal generator performance tools; outreach with generation resource owners as needed to resolve issues.
Create and maintain visualization to portray findings from data analysis on various generation related datasets.
Quantifying and modelling of business risk to allow for predictive forecasting.
Manage day to day generator outage request process with an eye on enhancements to improve efficiency and evolving resource adequacy landscape.
Provide technical guidance and support to generation team to tackle complex generation related problems and facilitate innovative solutions.
Characteristics & Qualifications:
Required:
BS, Engineering, Information Systems or at least 4 years of experience in data analytics within the field of power generation
0-5 years of experience working in the power industry or a related field
Experience in the application of advanced planning, modeling and analytical techniques
Experience with the Analytical Process including data collection and organization
Experience in analyzing large volumes of data and creating summary reports
Ability to communicate effectively with management, peers, and customers
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
Ability to visualize and solve complex problems
Preferred:
MS, Engineering
At least 4 years of experience with Data Analytics using Python, SQL, Advanced Excel, Tableau, Databricks, Technical Writing
At least 4 years of experience working directly with generator operations
Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions
Experience using PSS/e (power system analysis program)
Experience in weather risk analysis
Experience in the Generation and Transmission functions
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.”
