Unit Commitment Engineer; Varies

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This position is responsible for the optimization of the daily unit commitment and dispatch of Tampa Electric’s generating system, as well as conducting power resource reliability, transaction pricing and system economic evaluations for the company.

A successful candidate possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to draw conclusions and make decisions with the best available information and some uncertainty.

Engineer classification is multi-level, based on the qualifications guidelines as outlined in the Company’s Engineer Career Path, Administrative Policy 2.13. A minimum classification of an Associate Engineer is required in this position.

• Assess, communicate, and execute the short‑term resource availability and preparation of the Unit Commitment Plan for review and approval by Grid Operations. This includes economic analysis, unit status, expected unit runs, natural gas requirements, short‑term outage plans, and storm management plans. Communicate and coordinate with plant personnel, Grid Operations, Wholesale Marketing, Planning & Fuels, and other departments. All communications must comply with the FERC Standards Code of Conduct.
• Understand engineering principles as they apply to generating and delivering energy.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly, power transaction pricing and system economic evaluations for Marketing and Fuels department.
• Provide fuel consumption forecasts in support of daily operations and planning scenarios.
• Conduct the planning of integrated supply‑side and demand‑side resource alternatives to best meet the reliability and economic needs of Tampa Electric Company.
• Conduct short‑term analyses to develop energy resource utilization alternatives and make recommendations on each alternative. The alternatives are recommended based on providing cost‑effective, reliable energy service to customers.
• Conduct independent engineering studies and analyses in areas such as capacity utilization, modeling techniques, risk mitigation, scenario planning and operational effectiveness. Make technical recommendations for process improvement.
• Conduct benchmarking activities and review of existing modeling methods. Recommend continuous improvement revisions in either the models or methods.
• Provide technical analysis in support of various strategic business issues and develop policy and strategic initiatives that further the interests of Tampa Electric Company and TECO Energy.
• Participate in the development, testing, and maintenance of tools required to perform above duties effectively and…