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Commercial Transmission Analyst

Puget Sound Energy
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Washington, Bellevue
March 27, 2024
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE'sEnergy Supply Merchantteam is looking for qualified candidates to fill anopenCommercial Transmission Analystposition! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description Puget Sound Energy's Transmission & Asset Integration Department is looking for a Commercial Transmission Analyst to join our team! The Commercial Transmission Analyst assists with the management and optimization of the Company's merchant transmission portfolio, analyzes transmission redirects, supports negotiation of the purchase of merchant transmission rights, and provides guidance in the sale and remarketing of merchant transmission rights, consistent with the strategic direction of the Company. Supports management of network, point-to-point and legacy transmission agreements with transmission providers with the overall goal to reduce risk and enhance net power costs for customers. The ideal candidate supports the strategies and analyses, from real-time through term, to implement an optimal use of the merchant transmission portfolio. The Analyst will have experience in researching and analyzing data available in OASIS, working in merchant trading systems, power flow study models and other data modeling systems. The Analyst will monitor and analyze transmission system outages to determine cost effective alternatives to optimize resource delivery. An important aspect of this role is to develop good working relationships with traders, schedulers, other utilities, and transmission providers. This is an excellent opportunity to play an integral role at PSE to meet our new clean energy goals and to drive a transformation of region's energy portfolio with new renewable resources. PSE provides an environment where all employees are valued, respected and provided with the opportunity to achieve maximum performance.We offer a comprehensive pay package that includes competitive compensation, annual goals-based incentive bonuses, comprehensive cafeteria-style benefits, 401(K), a company paid retirement pension plan and an employee assistance and wellness program.Gain the energy to do great things through a career with Puget Sound Energy! Job Responsibilities Supports the strategic management, analysis, and optimization of the company's long-term merchant transmission portfolio to ensure adequate transmission for company generation, contracts and new transactions while reducing risk and net power costs for customers. Develop and implement short-term transmission optimization strategies to reduce net power costs for customers. Develop relationships and communicate requirements with traders, schedulers, other utilities and transmission providers in order to enhancePSE's ability to reliably and profitably serve our customer base. Review proposed short and long term transactions for transmission deliverability. Work with transmission providers on issues relating to business practices, transmission service obligations/provisions, transmission outages, OASIS, and technical systems implementation. Compile, analyze, interpret, and summarize transmission, resource and related data, needed to produce and defend analytical studies and recommendations. Carry out short, medium and long-term monitoring and analysis of transmission system outages to ensure cost effective optimization. Work withinCompany policies, systems, evaluation and approval practices, procedures, standard transmission tariff rules and applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mathematics, Finance or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of three years (3) work experience, preferably in the energy industry as an analyst, economist, or engineer overseeing the execution of merchant transmission rights, or related experience. Ability to work in a team environment with a strong ability to think independently and facilitate cooperation. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Desired Qualifications Experience in trading and scheduling merchant transmission physical and financial rights. Experience in electric utility system operations, wholesale power markets, power scheduling and transmission operations. Working knowledge and understanding of merchant transmission contracts and FERC Open Access Transmission Tariffs Proficiency in software and automated tools/platforms used in transmission systems, transmission analysis and energy trading/scheduling including but not limited to OATi/MCG products, PowerWorld, Plexos, programming (VBA, R, Python). Additional Information This position is currently posted at different levels: Commercial Transmission Analyst #4628 and Sr Commercial Transmission Analyst #4629. Please submit an application to the position(s) most closely matching your work experience. At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package. The pay range for this position is$76,500.00-$127,200.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses. PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year.Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - . Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy. Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.