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(Sr./Lead) Analyst/Engineer I (II) (Finance)



Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid

The Resource Adequacy Planning Department is primarily responsible for the reliable, economic, and coordinated operation of the PJM Interconnection in accordance with PJM Planning principles and standards and the applicable NERC Regional Reliability Standards. The department performs technical studies in support of the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan and the provisions of the Reliability Assurance Agreement. The (Sr./Lead) Engineer/Analyst supports these activities by:
• Evaluating resource performance
• Developing long-term peak demand and energy forecasts
• Performing system reliability studies

This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements. Please consult with your manager to confirm options for flexibility. Business needs and/or on-call responsibilities may require you to report to campus.

Essential Functions:

  • Contribute, along with other staff, in the completion of load forecasting studies and reliability analysis using PJM applications.

  • Apply sound judgment and analysis to create innovative solutions to complex engineering, forecasting, and /or systems performance issues.

  • Support power system reliability by ensuring planning practices are in full compliance with applicable NERC Standards and accepted PJM procedures.

  • Demonstrate an understanding of power system engineering concepts, principles, theories, regulations, standards and techniques particularly as they apply to PJM operations, planning, and markets.

  • Proactively solve problems in an innovative, creative and cost-effective manner that fully addresses customer needs and reliability requirements.

  • Interact effectively with PJM stakeholders in support of the resource adequacy activities of the Markets and Reliability Committee and Planning Committee.

  • Demonstrate an ability to plan, execute, and complete analyses on schedule and within budget.

  • Maintain an exceptional level of customer focus.

Characteristics & Qualifications:
Required:

  • BS degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent work experience

  • 0-5 years of work experience

  • Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail

  • Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment

  • Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis

  • Experience using verbal and written communications skills

  • Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (MS-Word, MS-Excel and MS-PowerPoint)


Preferred:

  • MS degree in Engineering, Statistics

  • At least 5 years of work experience

  • 0-5 years of experience in statistical and data analysis programming languages (e.g. SAS, Python)

  • 0-5 years of experience in visualization tools (e.g. Tableau)

  • Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions

  • Experience supporting any of PJM Committees

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