Engineer; Varies- Unit Commitment

Engineer (Varies)

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This position is responsible for assisting in 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess, communicate, and execute the short-term resource availability and preparation of the Unit Commitment Plan for review and approval by Grid Operations.
• Communicates and coordinates with plant personnel, Grid Operations, Wholesale Marketing, Planning & Fuels, and other departments.
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly, power transaction pricing and system economic evaluations for Marketing and Fuels department.
• Conducts the planning of integrated supply-side and demand-side resource alternatives to best meet the reliability and economic needs of Tampa Electric Company.
• Conducts short-term analyses to develop energy resource utilization alternatives and makes recommendations on each alternative.
• Makes technical recommendations for process improvement.
• 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.

Education:

• Required:
  
  Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree from an ABET accredited four-year college.
• Preferred:
  Master's level degree in business or technical field from a college accredited by the Commission on Colleges or ABET.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Preferred:
  Valid registration as a Florida Professional Engineer.

Experience:

• Required:
  
  Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college.
• Preferred:
  Four years of related experience consisting of wholesale marketing, system planning, engineering, operations, PC rate-making or revenue requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Required:
  
  Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Preferred:
  Basic knowledge of Microsoft SQL and SharePoint and advanced knowledge of Excel (use of pivot tables, macros, etc.).

Work Conditions:

• Requires working extended hours and weekends.
• Requires emergency management storm duty.
• High stress work environment.
• Frequent travel is required.

Competencies:

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Develops People and Teams
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted. A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!! Competitive Salary
* 401k Savings plan w/ company matching
* Pension plan
* Paid time off
* Paid Holiday time
* Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage
* Tuition Assistance Program
* Employee Assistance Program
* Wellness Programs
* On-site Fitness Centers
* Bonus Plan and more!

Responding to storms will be considered a condition of employment. TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities.

Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.