Our client has an immediate opening for an Operations Engineer/Systems Operator.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the HVDC transmission system and confirm system availability when in standby/idle operations
• Calculate ramp rates and enter values
• Perform remote switching
• Answer Operations’ phones
• Acknowledge alarms
• Dispatch Operations and Maintenance personnel
• Communicate with the Independent System Operator in both New York and New England, and personnel and management
• Maintain Operating Logs, records, disturbance and outage reports, equipment failure reports, and significant event records
• Other responsibilities as required

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in electrical engineering, engineering technology, or other related disciplines
• Minimum of 2 years of experience
• Ability to take a practical, adaptable, innovative, collaborative, and solution-focused approach to issues
• Strong ability to be self-directed regarding learning and discovery
• Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and above-average math skills
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office products
• Familiarity with engineering analysis software and experience with SCADA or control systems is preferable
• Ability to work a non-traditional work week, including “off-hours” and weekends as business needs dictate
• Demonstrates safe work habits and understanding of OSHA and NESC standards
• Basic knowledge of electric utilities and high voltage transmission systems
• General familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations related to electric transmission
• Willingness to complete an extensive training program as well as NERC or ISO equivalent certification programs in order to pass a certification exam and/or meet industry requirements and subsequently maintain these qualifications as required
• Eligible to work in the U.S., Permanent Resident
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing and able to travel to/from work sites as necessary with limited advance notice