BALTIMORE, Maryland, USA
1 day ago
Prin Operations Specialist
Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. Are you in? Primary Purpose Regulates the practices, policies, procedures and programs to operate the transmission system in a safe, reliable and efficient manner. Determines transmission outage windows for internal and external departments in accordance with the FERC approved PJM scheduling requirements to minimize transmission system congestion. Ensures proposed transmission system configuration can be operated consistent with NERC and PJM operating policies for a given set of transmission outages. Directs and enhances work bundling efforts to minimize unnecessary risk to the interconnected transmission system. Leads project outage meetings on transmission system project teams to coordinate the addition of new equipment and assure the seamless assimilation of new transmission system configuration enhancements. Approve updated project and outage scheduling tools to monitor and address long range scheduling and switching issues. Expertise in transmission system operations and the regulations governing safe reliable operations are crucial in understanding the requirements of this job. The Prin Specialist - Operations has interfaces at several levels including Distribution System Operation, T&S, PJM and other transmission system customers, operators and owners. Exceptional communications, decision making, and negotiations skills are essential. Note: Where someone qualified as a transmission dispatcher assumes this position, they are expected to maintain such qualifications and perform dispatch functions on an as-needed basis. Note: Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Primary Duties Lead and facilitate Transmission System outage meetings with other departments, transmission customers and generation operators to coordinate activities and effectively reduce risk of service interruption to electric customers. (20%) Approve all transmission outage Clearance Requests and develop Clearance Orders for Transmission system facilities while maintaining the reliability of the transmission system. (40%) Develop and analyze power system models to ensure the reliability of the transmission system. (20%) Develop, enforce, and maintain the Transmission System Operations procedures, manuals and guides. (10%) Develop and issue the long-term transmission outage schedule. (5%) Advise real time operating personnel during emergency conditions. (5%) Job Scope Operations' actions have a significant and direct impact on transmission system reliability and public and employee safety. The Prin. Specialist - Operations is responsible for the development of procedures that govern the day-to-day normal operations and emergency operations used by the control room. The Prin. Specialist - Operations have direct interaction with internal and external customers such as: T&S, DSO, Interconnected Transmission Owners, major transmission customers, Regional Transmission Organizations (RTO's) and regulatory agencies such as PJM, Reliability First Corporation (RFC) and NERC. Consequences of the Prin. Specialist - Operations actions can have a significant financial impact on the corporation due to transmission system congestion, equipment damage and loss of customer satisfaction. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Business or related technical field and 7-10 years' experience in the operation, planning, design or maintenance of high voltage electrical equipment, OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 9-12 years of relevant experience is required. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex problems and develop alternative solutions and strategies. Ability to represent the company and negotiate with other departments throughout Exelon, PJM, Generation Operators, Transmission Operators and transmission customers. Demonstrated ability to influence, direct, and negotiate. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications Qualified Transmission Dispatcher Knowledge of transmission system equipment and start-up testing Knowledge of transmission customer interconnection requirements Knowledge of power system analysis Knowledge of protective relaying and other substation controls PJM certified NERC certified Knowledge of the Energy Management System advanced applications Benefits Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors:USD $114,400.00/Yr. - USD $171,600.00/Yr. Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20% 401(k) match and annual company contribution Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Life and disability insurance Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave (based on position) Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement Referral bonus program And much more
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