At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.SummaryThe Transmission Development, Policy & Contracts (TDP&C) department is responsible for advocating and representing PGE in regional transmission forums, committees, and workgroups. The team is also responsible for OASIS administration and OATT contract development, including interconnections. TDP&C is also responsible for maintaining compliance with the OATT.This position will stand up new functionality for the group in support of market operations and regional transmission development. The complexity of the changing transmission grid requires new, more comprehensive transmission analyses. This new paradigm requires robust regional partner and stakeholder collaboration and engagement and an unprecedented level of transparency to plan the transmission system. It is important for PGE to use production cost modeling analysis to ensure we are making the right decisions and investments for our customers.About the role:We are seeking a talented and motivated Principal Product Cost Modeling Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be integral in pioneering a new functionality at PGE, focusing on production cost modeling to support Energy Imbalance Market (EIM) and Extended Day-Ahead Market (EDAM) activities. This essential work will support financial analysis for regional transmission investments, enable expansive west-wide analysis, and strengthen PGE’s advocacy efforts with regional peers such as the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). Your expertise will also ensure compliance with FERC Order 1920 and support a more robust transmission analysis for our Integrated Resource Plan (IRP).
Perform production cost modeling analyses using GridView to conduct comprehensive analyses on the Western Interconnection transmission system and recommend solutions.
Inform market operations to identify operational and capacity savings in the near term and long term.
Inform strategic transmission investments by determining project, program, and market benefits.
Collaborate with regional peers and stakeholders to enhance PGE’s advocacy efforts.
Support compliance with regulatory requirements, including FERC Order 1920.
Contribute to the development and implementation of new functionalities at PGE.
Key Job InformationPrincipal Production Cost Modeling Engineer 7300Grade 8Career Level: P4Key Responsibilities
Engineering Standards Maintains currency in state-of-the- art engineering practices and discerns need for and provides guidance and direction to colleagues on engineering processes and standards. Provides guidance based on advanced knowledge of the Western Interconnection and applies advanced knowledge of FERC tariff processes and NERC standards. Evaluates regional transmission opportunities using production cost modeling software and provides recommendation based on outputs. Performs economic modeling in support of FERC Long-Term Transmission Planning compliance. Contributes to scenario development and performs analyses with the input of stakeholders. Performs analysis for transmission for the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP). Presentations and/or written communication to executives, stakeholders, and regulators as needed to justify the results of the transmission plan for IRP. Performs 8760 analyses for system optimization (batteries, load pattern changes, curtailable load analysis, etc.) Perform market simulations for existing and future market constructs. Participates in, and may serve in a leadership role, in industry forums, workgroups, and/or committees on production cost modeling and economic analysis.
Engineering Production Prepares a variety of complex engineering deliverables for larger or multiple projects, including establishing work plans to be applied.
Project Coordination Actively coordinates with other internal/external team members on complex projects, representing the team to internal and external stakeholders (i.e., regulatory, technical society, etc.).
Knowledge Sharing Actively advances knowledge management of the enterprise and provides mentoring; participates in professional societies and technical committees and may assist with code/standard authoring; is externally recognized in the industry as a technical expert; reviews engineering work, resolves resource conflicts and identifies training needs.Subject matter expert in the company for production cost modeling. Provides guidance and training to other workgroups as needed.
Education/Experience/Certifications
Education Requires a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. ABET- accredited engineering program or program accredited by an equivalent agency preferred.
Experience Typically eight or more years in related field. Expert level knowledge of GridView modeling or 10+ years of transmission planning in the Western Interconnection. Advanced knowledge of transmission planning, transmission policy, and market and/or power operations.
Certifications, Licenses and Training Professional Engineering (PE)license strongly preferred; may be required based upon role.
Valid Drivers License required
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)Functional Competencies
Expert knowledge of engineering and economic principles and concepts.
Advanced knowledge of other engineering disciplines, processes, and procedures; and advanced ability to interpret engineering deliverable content as assigned.
Advanced industry knowledge and technology trends.
Advanced knowledge of performing production cost modeling on the transmission system to identify benefits for a project, program, and/or market.
Advanced knowledge in calculating electrical system parameters and transmission system modeling.
Advanced ability to review, evaluate and analyze technical information, policies and reports.
Advanced knowledge of PGE and western U.S loads, generation, state Renewable Portfolio Standard targets and transmission links.
Advanced knowledge of fundamental electricity supply and demand drivers, energy market dynamics and risk and valuation techniques for evaluating resource alternatives.
Advanced knowledge of resource strategy concepts and considerations to identify and evaluate potential opportunities for resource acquisition.
Advanced knowledge of electric market modeling and forecasting tools.
Advanced knowledge of applicable statutes, policies, rules, regulations and codes.
Intermediate skills with programming languages used in department.
Advanced skills in building relationships and influencing others
Advanced skills in predictive modeling and analytics and in using forecasting tools
General Competencies
Advanced accuracy skills.
Advancedanalytical-thinkingskills.
Advanced knowledge of the utility industry.
Advanced organization and prioritization skills.
Advanced decision-making skills.
Advanced written and oral communication skills.
Advanced business acumen
Advancedwritten/oral communicationskills
Physical and Cognitive DemandsCognitive LevelSubstantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).Cognitive
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization
Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule/Attendance
Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time]
Ability to work long hours
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]
Ability to work shift schedule
Ability to work on-call schedule
Physical Capabilities☒ Driving/travel/commute☒ Daily within service territory☒ Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)☒ Overnight inside/outside the service territory☒ Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)☒ Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)☒ Lifting/pushing/pulling (check appropriate weight):☒ Up to 10 lb☒ Carrying (check appropriate weight):☒ Up to 10 lb☒ Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats); check all that apply:☒ Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)☒ Confined spaces☒ Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)☒ Stairs (over 10 steps)☒ Ladders (over 10 rungs)Environment - Indoor/Outdoor☒ Office environment☒ Plant environment☒ Field environmentPGE supports hybrid flexible work arrangements; and will have a combination of in-the-office and working offsite. However, these arrangements may change due to business needs or changes in responsibility.#LI-SB1Compensation Range:$113,925.00 - $189,875.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click here (https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511) .Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Talent Acquisition Specialist (Recruiter) associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting [email protected] or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) team is also available for support. You can contact them at [email protected] .To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.July 9, 2024At Portland General Electric, we’re innovators, builders, and achievers. We’re committed to powering our customers’ potential and making a difference for our community and the planet. Today, that commitment includes developing an intelligent and resilient electric grid, electrifying transportation and de-carbonizing the energy sector.We’re proud to deliver an exceptional experience to help our customers thrive. Our mission is to make clean, reliable and affordable energy services available to all. We obsess over serving customers and are committed to growing employee career paths with purpose. Equity and inclusion are core business values; we celebrate our differences and are committed to developing teams that reflect the communities we serve.