Associate System Operator

Under the general supervision of the Lead System Operator and Team Leader of System Operations, the Associate System Operator acting under the direction of the Lead System Operator is responsible for the safe, stable, reliable, economical and environmentally correct operation of the Bulk Electric System. This responsibility extends from the generating station substations through the distribution substations. The Associate System Operator is responsible for complying with NERC, FERC, RFC, IURC and MISO requirements and directing field personnel through switching operations involving the Bulk Electric System.

• Assists in a training capacity for the direct operation of the bulk electric system.
• Assists the field switching operations performed by authorized personnel including Substation Inspectors/Switchmen, Substation Mechanics, Electricians, line Techs, Relay/SCADA Specialists, Trouble Techs and any other classification that may be required to operate equipment on the bulk electric system.
• During emergency operating conditions, works with department management to take necessary actions to protect the transmission system integrity, prevent loss of life and minimize damage to transmission system components.
• Participates in conferring with the Lead System Operator and other System Operations management personnel regarding matters affecting the operation of the bulk electric system and with the operation personnel of the interconnected utilities on a twenty-four hour basis, exchanging information necessary to maintain good interconnected procedures.
• Monitors system conditions for issues affecting bulk electric system reliability and recommends immediate corrective actions when abnormalities are detected to department management.

• Associate's degree showing an aptitude for math and electrical theory, including previous work experience demonstrating basic electrical utility knowledge or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• High degree of electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Availability for all System Operations shifts (24‑7).
• Ability to pass the NERC Certification exam within 6 months.

• Current NERC Certification.
• Electric utility experience in transmission and/or distribution operations.
• Computer proficiency and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a real‑time operations environment on all shifts and as a team member.
• Understanding of power substation equipment, power system electrical fundamentals, and ability to interpret substation one‑line diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Successfully pass pre‑screening EEI exam System Operator/Power Dispatch (SOPD). (Preferred.)
• Electric utility job‑related experience or training.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long‑term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I‑9 to confirm work authorization.