Company Description
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by operating the grid reliably 24/7.
As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.
The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.
The California ISO is committed to the health, safety, and work/life integration of its employees and is proud to offer flexible work arrangements. This position would be eligible to participate in a flexible hybrid schedule.
Relocation assistance is available.
Job Description
Under the close supervision of the Manager, develops the skills, knowledge and ability to implement and maintain the Energy Management System (EMS) database and displays and support the power system market and reliability models necessary to operate the California ISO controlled power grid.
- Learns to implement edits to the real-time EMS databases using the Common Information Model (CIM) or Data Engineering (DE) toolkit as needed. Assists with updating displays to reflect changes on the system. Monitors database changes to ensure accuracy and completeness. Supports testing before, during and after implementation, as required. Participates in the resolution of problems encountered in testing or implementation phases.
- Assists with executing the Full Network Model build and deployment processes and learns to provide proactive enhancements, process improvements and issue remediation.
- Participates in the development and maintenance of standards, policies, and procedures for the EMS database and displays.
- Learns to maintain the performance, integrity, security and continuous improvement of existing energy management support tools. May participate in researching and developing new energy management support tools. Participates in and supports senior team members with EMS system projects.
Qualifications
Level of Education and Discipline:
A Bachelor's degree (BA, BS) in Information Technology, Management of Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline required.
Amount of Experience:
This is an entry-level position, no experience required.
Type of Experience:
Coursework in power systems modeling or using EMS applications is desired. Familiarity with Siemens EMS systems is a plus.
Additional Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment as a facilitator and team member. Ability to provide practical and feasible solutions to problems, keeping multiple conflicting considerations into account. Strong interpersonal, communication, and writing skills required. Strong analytical skills are required, including the ability to effectively communicate complex technical materials and concepts in a non-technical manner. Must be able to handle a dynamic and changing work environment, and work independently. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite. Self-motivated, problem solving skills and the ability to influence others without direct authority.
Additional Information
The pay range for the Associate EMS Programming Analyst at the CAISO is $34.54 - $57.57 per hour.
**We will also consider this position at the Journey level. This level would require a Bachelor's or equivalent years of education and training, plus two (2) or more years related experience. The pay range for this position is $44.02 - $73.38 / hour.
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What We Do
The California Independent System Operator (ISO) manages the flow of electricity across the high-voltage, long-distance power lines that make up 80 percent of California's power grid. We safeguard the economy and well-being of 30 million Californians by "keeping the lights on" 24/7.
As the impartial grid operator, the California ISO opens access to the wholesale power market that is designed to diversify resources and lower prices. It also grants equal access to 25,865 circuit-miles of power lines and reduces barriers to diverse resources competing to bring power to customers.
The California ISO's function is often compared to that of air traffic controllers. It would be grossly unfair for air traffic controllers to represent one airline and profit from allowing that company's planes to go through before others. In the same way, the California ISO operates independently—managing the electron traffic on a power grid we do not own—making sure electricity is safely delivered to utilities and consumers on time and reliably.
