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Take the first step towards becoming a New England Control Room Operations Forecaster! Upon hire this role will embark on a multi-month training program, preparing them to help plan the next-day operation of the power system. Work in the exciting fast-paced environment of the Control Room, side by side with System Operators.
As part of this training they will learn to produce and update the New England's Reserve Adequacy Analysis (RAA) and Current Operating Plan (COP) for the current and next operating day, learn how to produce and evaluate the hourly forecast of energy demand and the output of variable distributed energy resources (i.e., wind and solar) for the current and next six days, and learn some Operations Planning procedures and processes by updating the 7-Day Forecast of Capacity Margin. This role also serves as the initial point of communication between the ISO Control Room and the interstate gas pipelines serving the New England power generators, which is included in the initial training.
What we offer you
* 12-hour rotating shift * Base salary plus bonus program, professional development and tuition reimbursement, enhanced 401k and financial planning, wellness programs with onsite gym, eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), access to business networks & more, all in a stable and supportive work environment!
How you will make an impact
During the multi-month training program you will learn to:
* Perform the initial, final, and periodically updated demand forecast each day in accordance with approved procedures- Update ISO-NE Seven-Day Forecast of Capacity Margin in accordance with approved procedures
- Perform the initial and periodically updated Reserve Adequacy Analysis (RAA) in accordance with approved procedures
- Create Hourly Forecast Capacity Analysis for the current and/or next Operating Day. Supplemental commitments
- Take on Outage Coordinator Responsibilities
- Conduct Gas-Electric Coordination
- Understand Information Management for Market Settlements
- Monitor for Transmission Loading Relief requests
What we are looking for
- Bachelors' degree in Engineering or Mathematics (Applied Statistics, Economics, Data Science) is desired
- Strong computer skills especially Excel
- Strong affinity for basic Math (no calculus, but heavy on algebra)
- Detail orientated
- Strong communication both verbally and written with a knack for building trusting relationships
- Ability to obtain and maintain NERC Certification to the Reliability Coordinator level.
Desired not required
- Familiarity with the operation of various power plants and their associated energy supply, and how that impacts system reliability
- ISO New England Markets
- Real-Time Energy Markets settlement
- NERC Certification at the Reliability Coordinator
- Power system operations
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From Holyoke, MA,ISO New Englandoversees the 24/7 operation of the power grid that covers the six-states of New England and administers the region's multi-billion dollar "stock exchange" for the buying and selling of wholesale electricity. The power system is constantly evolving as new technologies emerge and energy policies evolve. There is a lot happening at our organization behind the scenes to make sure the grid continuously yields reliable electricity at competitive prices while addressing the clean energy transition here in New England. COME JOIN US in making an impact within the region!
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Equal Opportunity: We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.
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We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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- ISO New England Inc., One Sullivan Road, Holyoke, Massachusetts, United States of America