The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) applies cutting-edge technology to operating a reliable electricity system, managing competitive markets for wholesale electricity, and planning for the Empire State's energy future.  The NYISO’s Operations department invites applications for a full-time Senior Associate Operations Engineering Engineer to join the team.

The Associate Operations Engineering Engineer will determine system reliability transfer limits, assist management in the review of NYISO controlled and secured facilities in the areas of System Studies, maintenance and testing of Power System Protection systems, and Reporting and Compliance, and develop engineering studies and analysis to assist management to make engineering-based recommendations to internal functions, Market Participant committees and the general public and will participate in NYISO study groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analytical engineering system studies in the following: NYISO seasonal operating studies, NERC, NPCC, and Inter-Regional study support and, when requested, provide Transmission Planning support. Examples of studies include: seasonal reliability assessments, thermal, voltage, and transient stability studies, short circuit studies, Inter-Regional transfer analysis and reliability assessments.
• Conduct detailed analysis of system events and disturbances. Review system events and performance after-the-fact for compliance with NERC, NPCC, and NYSRC Standards, Criteria, and Rules.
• Maintain a detailed electric power system models for the NYCA, incorporating the most accurate system representation for the neighboring Areas to represent the specific study conditions for thermal, voltage, stability short circuit analysis
• Conduct reviews of NYISO controlled and secured facilities, standards and practices for installation, maintenance and testing of bulk power protective relay systems.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of computer simulation programs and/or other tools to ensure the safe and reliable operations of the NYISO transmission and generation resources.
• Prepare and maintain of NYISO technical support documentation
• Advise and confer with engineers in review meetings to review analysis and develop recommendations and conclusions. Provide technical support to Operations and Planning and Market Monitoring staff.
• Participate on internal and external committees, project teams and Market Participant working groups.
• Associate Engineers perform routine engineering studies under the guidance of an Engineer or Senior Engineer. When they attend meetings as a department representative, they transmit information between the committee / attendees and more senior department engineers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required with preference for coursework in power systems, electrical engineering, power system components (generation and transmission equipment, concepts and principles), mathematical modeling of power system components; Master’s Degree (MS) desired.
• No prior industry related, or professional experience required. Knowledge of industry criteria and practices regarding power system operation and planning helpful; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations to, and respond to questions from, internal and Market Participant working groups, Professional Societies, and the general public.
• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory. Ability to work with concepts including vectors, phasors, Fourier transforms, non-linear partial differential equations, control theory and proofs of theorems.
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
• Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office (including spreadsheet and database) applications, e-mail and internet programs, and SAS (or similar) statistical analysis software. Proficiency in the use of advanced Power Flow and transient stability applications software (PSS/e or PSLF), or fault current assessment applications software (ASPEN One-Liner, etc.) to perform system studies is required; familiarity with dynamic recording devices and support software, or frequency and spectral (FFT) analysis software is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Contact with staff and public will occur. Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays.

At the NYISO, we realize the importance of balancing the availability of remote work with the inherent value of bringing people together to attain success in the areas of maximum collaboration, relationship building and growth, teamwork, innovation and problem solving, as well as professional development and mentoring. In this role, you will be required to work onsite from our Rensselaer, NY location several days per workweek, with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. You will also be expected to respond to all business needs that may require any increase to the regular onsite requirements.

The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

The NYISO’s Operations department invites applications for a full-time Scheduling Analyst.

The Scheduling Analyst will enhance ISO Energy and TCC marketplaces by development and implementation of transmission and generation outage scheduling best practices and by providing oversight, detailed review and coordination by ensuring timely OASIS posting of outages.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Confirm day-ahead transactions with the external control areas.
• Monitor Transmission Outage scheduling database and coordinate facility outages with Transmission Owners and neighboring control areas.  
• Investigate and coordinate transmission outages to ensure system reliability is maintained, as well as considering the impact of outage related to Locational-Based Marginal Pricing (LBMP) congestion and the forward Transmission Congestion Contract (TCC) Market.
• Ensure ISO short-term reliability criteria are maintained by coordinating generating resource outage requests in accordance with ISO Outage Scheduling Manual directives.  
• Develop capacity resource plan on Day-ahead, Week-ahead and yearly time frames to ensure sufficient capacity resources are available to meet forecast load objectives by coordinating generator unit outage requests.
• Comply with NERC Transaction Information System and Tagging Procedure, as well as perform NERC TAG audits.
• Notify appropriate parties of the need for supplemental energy purchases to meet system requirements.
• Assist with preparing information on generator maintenance and transmission outages for FERC and PSC required fillings. 
• Assist with preparing evidence required to meet audit and NERC Reliability Standards.
• Distribute real-time informational notices.
• Transmit information and reporting issues to more senior department analysts and engineers. 
• Assist with unit acceptance testing of software enhancements to verify functionality of software design and interaction with other applications.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree (AS/AAS) in Engineering, Computer Science or other related technical field preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in power system operation, power system dispatching, forecasting, interchange scheduling required.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer relation skills are required to interface with all levels of the NYISO organization and customers or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations.  Ability to write technical reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.  
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.  
• Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications, e-mail and internet programs.  
• Experience with diverse software programs used to schedule transactions and maintain data.  Proficiency in energy management and LBMP software preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Contact with staff and public will occur.  Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays. 

The NYISO offers the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance. While the majority of the responsibilities of this role can be performed remotely employees will have periodic on-site requirements based on business needs. 

The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

 All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

The NYISO’s  Operations department invites applications for a full-time Planning Engineer to join the Demand Forecasting and Analysis team.

The NYISO Demand Forecasting and Analysis team is responsible for predictive modeling and data analytics that span both short-term (from 5-minutes up to one week ahead) and long-term (10 years or more) time horizons, and gives substantial consideration to regional trends in energy efficiency, energy storage, distributed solar photovoltaics, and electrification of the heating and transportation sectors.

The primary responsibility of this position is to develop and maintain analytical and statistical models of residential, commercial, and industrial end-use data in order to produce long term energy and demand forecasts These end-uses include HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), lighting, refrigeration, industrial motor end uses, solar photovoltaics, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems.  These models are used for quantifying and forecasting the volume and peak demand of end user consumption (load) across the New York Control Area (NYCA). This position will assist in the monitoring of activities in energy efficiency, Distributed Energy Resources (DER), and public policy programs and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to update and enhance forecasting and analysis methods as a subject-matter expert.  This position will also assist in the preparation of the annual Load and Capacity Data Report (“Gold Book”) and supporting forecasts and analyses.  

The Planning Engineer is expected to perform the duties below independently with limited direct supervision from DFA management or senior staff. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Develop and implement procedures for constructing energy consumption metrics related to HVAC, lighting, refrigeration, and other end uses across all major consumer sectors (e.g., residential, commercial, and industrial).
• Building and assessing statistical, engineering, and analytical models of actual end-use energy under typical and extreme weather conditions across the NYCA.
• Participate in performing and reviewing analytical and statistical end-use system studies from third parties such as NYSERDA, EIA, NREL and others in support of the development of more accurate descriptions of end-use consumption and customer behavior.
• Develop long-term forecasts of demand side DER impacts, which may consist of energy efficiency, solar PV, codes and standards, distributed energy, electric vehicles, energy storage, or other technologies.
• Assist in producing grid electrification impacts by applying knowledge of thermal energy conversion methods to account for transition from fossil-based energy usage to electric energy usage and including the estimated reduction in CO2 emissions due to fossil fuels. 
• Communicate and coordinate with New York equipment owners, e.g., DER aggregators, Transmission Owners, and DER databank representatives (e.g., NYSERDA) to maintain accurate capacity information and representative samples DER performance data. 
• Track and report on the growth of such large loads as data centers and computer chip fabrication facilities in the New York Control Area, including ramp schedules and electric demands.  
• Represent NYISO on industry committees, task forces, or stakeholder groups involving issues related to Transmission District and NYCA level end-use and DER modeling. 
• Participate in preparing and maintaining NYISO technical support documentation. 
• Advise and assist with coordination and preparation of the annual Load and Capacity Data Report.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of rigorous data quality control processes to ensure the cleanest possible datasets are available with which to validate the analytical DER models and train the load forecast models.
• Assist with the evaluation of new technology, tools, and data sets. Incorporate approved technology, data sets and tools to enhance the forecast model development process. 
• Consult with System and Resource Planning department staff to assess the locational hosting capacity of DER resources represented in network model base cases and associated auxiliary files.
• Collaborate with Demand Forecasting and Analysis data scientists and senior staff in integrating as appropriate long-term trends in technology penetrations and large loads in the short-term demand and energy forecast models. 

Qualifications include:

• A passion for transforming data into actionable information for decision making
• Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Mathematics, Applied Science and Math, Economics, Data Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• Two to three years of related experience in load forecasting, operations research, load research, applied statistics, or mathematics required; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training
• Experience in analyzing and modeling residential and commercial end-use technologies (e.g. heating, cooling, refrigeration, and residential small/commercial scale solar photovoltaics and storage) is required
• Experience documenting methods and data insights for technical bulletins/papers, proposals and presentations
• Ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Ability to query data from SQL databases, large datasets, and files
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working knowledge of VBA
• Proficiency in at least one advanced programming language (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, SAS); familiarity with SAS and/or Python is a plus

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret the most complex documents.  Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.  Ability to write presentations and articles using prescribed techniques or style.  Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups and/or boards of directors. 
• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.  Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations and proofs of theorems.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret energy forecasting and statistical concepts and methodologies applicable to NYISO energy and peak demand forecasting activities.
• Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications, e-mail, and internet programs. 
• Demonstrated ability to extract data sets from internal and external relational databases and data warehouses. Competency in writing software to manipulate and analyze large databases through such applications as SAS, R, or Python.  Advanced competency in use of proprietary forecasting tools such as MetrixND and MetrixLT load analysis and forecasting software. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Contact with staff and public will occur.  Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences, and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays. 

Please note that this position will be filled at the level (i.e., Associate Engineer, Engineer, or Senior Engineer) appropriate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

At the NYISO, we realize the importance of balancing the availability of remote work with the inherent value of bringing people together to attain success in the areas of maximum collaboration, relationship building and growth, teamwork, innovation and problem solving, as well as professional development and mentoring. In this role, you will be required to work onsite from our Rensselaer, NY location several days per workweek, with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. You will also be expected to respond to all business needs that may require any increase to the regular onsite requirements.

The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.

The NYISO’s Operations department invites applications for a full-time Senior Operations Engineer.

The Senior Operations Engineer determine system reliability transfer limits, assist management in the review of NYISO controlled and secured facilities in the areas of System Studies, maintenance and testing of Power System Protection systems, and Reporting and Compliance, and develop engineering studies and analysis to assist management to make engineering-based recommendations to internal functions, Market Participant committees and the general public. Additionally, this individual will participate in NERC, NPCC, Regional, and NYISO study groups.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Perform analytical engineering system studies in the following: NYISO seasonal operating studies, NERC, NPCC and Inter-Regional study support and, when requested, provide Transmission Planning support.  Examples of studies include: seasonal reliability assessments, thermal, voltage, and transient stability studies, short circuit studies, Inter-Regional transfer analysis and reliability assessments. 

• Conduct detailed analysis of system events and disturbances.  Review system events   and performance after-the-fact for compliance analysis with NERC, NPCC, and NYSRC Standards, Criteria, and Rules. 

• Support Regional Market Coordination through the calculation and evaluation of distribution factors. 

• Maintain detailed electric power system models for the NYCA, incorporating the most accurate system representation for the neighboring Areas to represent the specific study conditions for thermal, voltage, stability short circuit analysis. 

• Conduct reviews of NYISO controlled and secured facilities, standards and practices for installation, maintenance and testing of bulk power protective relay systems. 

• Evaluate the effectiveness of computer simulation programs and/or other tools to ensure the safe and reliable operations of the NYISO transmission and generation resources.   

• Prepare and maintain NYISO technical support documentation. 

• Advise and confer with engineers in review meetings to review analysis and develop recommendations and conclusions.  Provide technical support to Operations and Planning and Market Monitoring staff. 

• Participate in internal and external committees, project teams and Market Participant working groups. 

• Provide technical oversight to Associate Engineers. 

• Maintain a detailed electric power system model of the NYCA in the NERC Interchange Distribution Calculator (IDC).  Administer access to IDC for NYISO staff and coordinate, where necessary, data mapping between the IDC and NYISO data sourcing applications. 

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering required with preference for coursework in power systems, electrical engineering, power system components (generation and transmission equipment, concepts and principles), mathematical modeling of power system components; Master’s Degree (MS) preferred.
• Seven years of related/industry experience; knowledge of power systems and demonstrated ability to use power system applications software and tools; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Proficiency in the use of advanced Power Flow and transient stability applications software (PSS/e or PSLF), or fault current assessment applications software (ASPEN One-Liner, etc.) to perform system studies is required;

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.  Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations to, and respond to questions from, internal and Market Participant working groups, Professional Societies, and the general public. 

• Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory.  Ability to work with concepts including vectors, phasors, Fourier transforms, non-linear partial differential equations, control theory and proofs of theorems. 

• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in its most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables. 

• Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office (including spreadsheet and database) applications, e-mail and internet programs, and SAS (or similar) statistical analysis software familiarity with dynamic recording devices and support software, or frequency and spectral (FFT) analysis software is desirable.   

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT  

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  Contact with staff and public will occur.  Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

At the NYISO, we realize the importance of balancing the availability of remote work with the inherent value of bringing people together to attain success in the areas of maximum collaboration, relationship building and growth, teamwork, innovation and problem solving, as well as professional development and mentoring. In this role, you will be required to work onsite from our Rensselaer, NY location several days per workweek, with the option to work remotely on the remaining days. You will also be expected to respond to all business needs that may require any increase to the regular onsite requirements.

The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.

All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.