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Specialist Transmission System Operation

CenterPoint Energy
paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Indiana, Evansville
June 17, 2024

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.


Job Summary

The Transmission System Operator Specialist is responsible for operating CenterPoint Energy (CNP) - Indiana's electric transmission system in compliance with all applicable corporate policies and procedures and regulatory requirements (FERC, NERC, RFC, DOE). The Transmission System Operator Specialist has the authority to take or direct real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System, up to and including, shedding of firm load without obtaining approval from a higher authority within CNP. TheTransmission System Operator Specialist complies with Midwest Independent System Operator (MISO) operating protocols and procedures and is responsible for real-time reliability coordination.

Essential Functions

  • Responds to, and directs the response to, transmission/substation system status changes, including alarms, remote terminal units, transmission operations or lockouts, transmission facility overloads, and substation devices.
  • Coordinates with the MISO Reliability Coordinator concerning transmission outages, overloads, transmission congestion issues, remedial actions, and transmission security. Determines corrective actions and implement action plans.
  • Direct and coordinate field switching and clearance activity (by radio, telephone, or supervisory control) to ensure safety of personnel and equipment.
  • Analyze Hitachi Energy Management System (EMS) data to verify accuracy and to stay abreast of power system changes.
  • Monitor and control voltage as prescribed by the System Voltage Profile. Make appropriate voltage changes using static and dynamic voltage sources via SCADA or coordinated field direction.
  • Communicate efficiently and professionally with inside and outside entities. Provide excellent customer support to all entities.
  • Be available for duty when system events require additional resources.
  • Initiate appropriate emergency responses and notifications as required by system conditions and events.
  • Initiate contingency plans for the loss of the Control Center.
  • Always observe safety rules and procedures.
  • Coordinates all emergency activities between CenterPoint Energy and MISO, including implementation ofCapacity Emergency and Transmission Emergency procedures.
  • Maintains chronological logs of all pertinent system activities.

Education Description

  • Bachelor's degree in technical field of study, or relevant job-related experience for non-degree candidates. If not already NERC Certified at the RC or BITO level, the applicant must have the ability to obtain and maintain NERC Certification at one of those two levels.

Experience

  • Prefers2+ years of relevant control room operations or electric utility operations, with supervisory and/or leadership experience. Relevant experience examples include, but are not limited to, utility switching or Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) operations, applied familiarity with Supervisor Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) and remote equipment operations, graphical one-line diagram interpretation and understanding, applied experience utilizing 3-part communication protocols.

We want you to know

Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

What we bring to you



  • Competitive pay
  • Paid training
  • Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
  • Transit subsidies
  • Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
  • Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
  • Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution




Job Type:Full Time

Posting Start Date: 06/17/2024

Posting End Date: 07/03/2024

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.


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