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Engineer/Analyst I (II)

PJMPJM·Energy/Utilities

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About the role

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid
The Engineer/Analyst Real-time Market Operations is responsible for monitoring PJM Real Time LMP and Ancillary Service calculations and reviewing prices for accuracy prior to posting. In this role, the Engineer/Analyst also has responsibility for documenting and testing enhancements to the applications supported by Real Time Market Operations. The Engineer, Real-time Market Operations must also support ad hoc tasks that require data retrieval and analysis to further support the foundational knowledge of PJM's Market Clearing Engines.

Essential Functions:

  • Monitor PJM Real Time LMP calculation and review prices for accuracy prior to posting.

  • Understand and operate PJM’s Ancillary Service Markets (Synchronized Reserve, Non-Synchronized Reserve and Regulation).

  • Understand and operate PJM’s Day Ahead Energy.

  • Support PJM’s 24x7 operation, which, may include overtime and weekend work schedules to support

  • Perform analysis and document results.

  • Provide customer support and training.

  • Work with other members of the department, Market Services Division and System Operations Division in problem-solving and streamlining processes related to markets, including designing and/or developing applications to streamline such processes.

  • Provide support for documenting and testing enhancements to the applications supported by Real-Time Market Operations.

  • Work with PJM stakeholders through the committee process and work with neighboring ISO/RTOs to ensure adherence to the PJM Tariff, JOAs, and/or Manuals.

  • Understand the PJM Tariff, JOAs, and/or Manuals, evaluate changes for any potential impacts and recommend actions to management.

Characteristics and Qualifications:
Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or equivalent work experience

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

  • Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis

  • Ability to use mathematical and electrical theory

  • Ability to troubleshoot and provide technical support


Preferred:

  • Master's degree in Engineering

  • Experience with PJM operations, markets, and planning functions

  • Experience using PSS/e (power system analysis program)

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Aplyr's read

PJM Interconnection is a critical player in the U.S. energy sector, attracting professionals focused on innovation and infrastructure integrity.

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What's promising

  • PJM plays a crucial role in ensuring electricity reliability across multiple states.
  • The company offers diverse career opportunities in engineering, compliance, and market design.
  • PJM's strategic initiatives focus on integrating renewable energy sources into the grid.

What to watch

  • The energy sector faces regulatory uncertainties that could impact PJM's operations.
  • High-stakes environment may lead to stress due to the critical nature of their work.
  • Limited public information about employee satisfaction and company culture.

Why PJM

  • PJM is one of the largest regional transmission organizations in the U.S.
  • The company coordinates a competitive wholesale electricity market.
  • PJM's work directly impacts energy policy and infrastructure development.

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About PJM

PJM Interconnection is a regional transmission organization (RTO) that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity in parts of the United States.

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