Supports Rayburn Country Electric Cooperative, Inc.’s (Rayburn’s) DER/demand response analytical operations, including development and implementation of technical and non-technical solutions, identification of system issues, and areas of opportunity. Responsible for DER/demand response development, communications, operations, and activities to ensure efficient and reliable service to Member consumers.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities / Knowledge
Manages multiple priorities and works effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
Leads analytics and design of DER/ demand response infrastructure and optimization for a diverse set of resources, which may include solar panel and battery energy storage systems, electric vehicle supply equipment, microgrids, thermostat and device programs, and innovative rate design.
Makes recommendations regarding new and emerging technologies that could improve end-user experience.
Closely monitors and provides stakeholder input on ERCOT and PUCT market designs for DER/demand response.
Collaborates with Member cooperatives and Rayburn teams to determine current and future system needs for flexible loads.
Establishes system-wide planning logic, structure, and standards for Rayburn’s DER/demand response
Models and effectively evaluates the addition of DER/demand response technology types to Rayburn’s system.
Identifies opportunities for cooperation, developing partnerships, and leveraging resources with appropriate organizations.
Works with stakeholders to achieve meaningful outcomes and improvements to the interconnection process.
Applies DER/demand response technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to perform activities and projects.
Assists the power supply team with analysis within the portfolio and ERCOT market.
Supports the analysis of electric wholesale and retail rate schedules.
Collaborates with internal departments to analyze power supply issues and billing impacts.
Key Accountabilities
Complies with all policies, procedures and confidentiality requirements or obligations, including those inherent in this position, effective as a result of employment with Rayburn.
Timely shares complete information with others including Rayburn management and staff, contractors, and other third parties, as required.
Delegates jobs and tasks to appropriate employees, providing complete information and resources to properly complete such jobs and tasks.
Timely provides Rayburn management with complete reports on work and tasks performed as such reports are requested or required.
Performs any other duties as assigned by supervisor or executive management.
Job Specifications / Skills Required
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business Field or Engineering or equivalent experience;
Experience:
· 3+ years of experience in power supply or DER/Demand Response
Skills:
· Experience and working knowledge of the US electric transmission grid and associated regional transmission organizations and specific experience with the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is preferred.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Able to work effectively in a team environment; willing to assist others
· Evidence of an aptitude for critical thinking
· Proficient in Microsoft Office
· Excellent organizational skills
· Ability to think independently and problem solve
· Strong attention to detail
· Strong analytical and technical skills
Physical Demands
· Ability to sit for extended periods of time at a computer workstation.
· Ability to perform repetitive motions in order to use a computer keyboard, test equipment and operate hand tools.
· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; open file cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.
Decision-Making Authority
As directed by supervisor and/or executive management.
Rayburn Electric Cooperative is a non-profit generation and transmission electric cooperative, formed in 1979. Rayburn is named after Sam Rayburn, former Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, who was instrumental in the passage of the Rural Electrification Act.
Rayburn provides competitive pay and excellent benefits including a 401(k) plan and group insurance benefits.
Rayburn maintains a work environment where employees are treated with dignity and respect. We share knowledge, listen, collaborate and solve problems together.
