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.

Under the close supervision of the Manager, develops the skills, knowledge and ability to maintain the Network Model, performance, integrity, security and continuous improvement of the Energy Management System (EMS) applications, including the State Estimator (SE) and associated Network Applications (Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA), Dispatcher Load Flow, Voltage Stability Analysis (VSA), Dynamic Stability Analysis (DSA) etc.).

What's In It for You

Our purpose is to lead the way to tomorrow's energy network. Make a difference and impact millions of people who depend on electricity in their everyday lives.

• You get to work on interesting and challenging assignments that will help grow your skill set.
• You will work in an extremely collaborative environment inside our LEED certified Folsom, California campus.
• You will be challenged, be a part of a winning team, and your contributions will be rewarded and recognized.

What You Will Be Doing

• Learns and assists with proactive enhancements, improvements and issue remediation for Real Time Power System Applications, including State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, and Dispatcher Load Flow for both Energy Management System (EMS) and Real Time Nodal (RTN) Market.
• Learns and participates in proactive enhancements, process improvements and issue remediation as well as execution of the Full Network Model build and deployment processes.
• Learns to maximize State Estimator, Real Time Contingency Analysis, Voltage Stability Analysis, Dynamic Stability Analysis uptime and mitigate system failures.
• Assists and supports troubleshooting of technical problems that result from data communications, equipment, or systems failures.
• Assists with providing 24x7 technical support for EMS-related issues including State Estimator (SE) and associated Network Applications (Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA), Dispatcher Load Flow, etc.).

Level of Education and Discipline:

• A Bachelor's degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering required. Power Systems focus preferred.

Amount of Experience:

• This is an entry-level position, no experience required.

Certifications:

• EIT certification desired.

Type of Experience:

• Coursework in power systems modeling using software such as PSS\E or PSFL, EMS applications, or contingency/load flow analysis applications.  
• Familiarity with EMS and associated network application systems is beneficial.

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.