Transmission System Supervisor - Electric

Summary

Transmission System Supervisor (TSS) performs NERC System Operator duties, implementing real‑time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System while adhering to NERC, RFC, and MISO policies and procedures. The TSS monitors voltage, frequency, power flow, reactive flow, tie‑line flow, and power equipment status for internal and external grid security. At all times, the TSS is responsible for restoring transmission reliability after contingencies related to loss of generation, load, natural disasters, and other system emergencies.

The TSS directs dispatcher operators during all transmission restoration procedures and works a rotating shift that includes weekend and holiday duty.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering/STEM or high school diploma or GED with 3 years of experience working with electrical power systems, power generation operations, high‑reliability electrical operations, or control room/watch standing responsibilities.
• Must be able to successfully pass and maintain the NERC Reliability Coordinator Certification (internal training will be provided to prepare for the examination).
• Must have the ability to use personal computers, Energy Management System computer and any other associated hardware and software.
• Must have good planning, organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must understand the operation of power plants and high voltage interconnected power systems and associated equipment; must also be able to evaluate system performance and reliability.
• Knowledge of electric transmission equipment and system operations.
• Ability to study and evaluate transmission system requirements as they apply to system stability.
• Strong verbal and written communications utilizing English and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under contingent and emergency conditions.
• 24/7 control center environment with rotating shift schedules (days, nights, weekends, holidays) like a DuPont schedule.
• Must be able to work during emergency situations.

• Previous experience in an electric engineering or electric operations related position.
• Transmission System Operations background preferred.
• Active NERC Certification (RC).

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

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Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for the position.

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$96,600.00 – $

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