Senior Electrical Engineer - Grid Planning & Operations

About Us

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 145,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.

As an Engineer at Oncor you will play a vital role in the planning, design, maintenance, and enhancement of our transmission and distribution systems. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that contribute to the stability and sustainability of the electrical grid. Current projects within the company include: system protection architecture and design, system capacity upgrades, substation and transmission line design, system impact / performance studies, system automation technology applications, new microprocessor equipment applications, automated metering systems, material & equipment specification review, and emerging technology projects.

Responsibilities include performing technical system studies, developing and preparing recommendations, assisting field personnel in solving operational issues and communicating action plans to appropriate personnel and entities.

• Accurately develop and maintain complex computer models of the electric delivery system that are used to simulate the operation of the electric delivery system.
• With minimum supervision, prepares plans, standards, and operating procedures consistent with good engineering practice.
• With minimum supervision, accurately develops and maintains complex computer models of the electric delivery system that are used to simulate the operation of the electric delivery system.
• Incorporates personnel and public safety as a priority in the design and operation of system projects.
• Effectively communicates and resolves most issues with other work groups while presenting detailed documentation and plans ranging from slightly complex to complex design.
• Effectively manages a significant number of projects while maintaining work product quality, reliability, and volume.
• Develop new processes and tools that benefit the group in the analysis of the electric system and multiple large data sets of historical operating conditions.
• Promote environmental responsibility, corporate citizenship, and ethical conduct while setting a standard of excellence.
• Work independently and be able to train and coach newer less experienced engineers.
• Perform power flow studies using CYME including creating and maintaining underlying databases.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
• Technical decision making, good interpersonal skills, organization skills, and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Performs all essential aspects and functions of the job as well as any other specific job requirements.

• Proven leadership abilities, interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are essential.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational acumen.
• Successful in cross-functional or collaborative environments.
• Successful in time and project management.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Power Point, and Word.
• Applicants with CYME or other power flow software experience are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants with SQL (Structured Query Language)/ Python experience are encouraged to apply.
• Inquisitive by nature, self-motivated.
• Team contributor.

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Applicants that are Engineers In Training with the ability to become registered PE in Texas are encouraged to apply.

• 2 years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
• Ability to learn quickly with moderate, close supervision.
• Ability to work with moderate supervision.

• 4 years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
• Ability to work as an individual contributor, team member or team leader.
• Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.

• 6 years of Electrical Engineering experience is required.
• Applicants with Distribution planning work experience are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to lead, direct, train and motivate others.

• Responsive to requests from field personnel for expert guidance/recommendations.
• Creates and develops a collaborative high performing team environment.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and creativity.
• Effectively manages assigned processes, procedures, and programs from inception to completion while working both independently and with other groups.

At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance…