Generation Dispatcher

Remuneration: Non-Exempt

The Generation Dispatcher is part of the Dispatch Operations team, which is responsible for the reliable operation of RWE Clean Energy resources within the North America Bulk Electric System footprint.The team monitors the performance of each interconnected generator in real-time and exercises control when needed to ensure the operation of the asset is in accordance with NERC and regional compliance standards (ERCOT, PJM, MISO, NYISO, SPP, CAISO).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, monitor and control the real-time operation of RWE Clean Energy generation resources from the 24/7 Remote Operation Center (ROC)
• Meet Generator Operator obligations as outlined in the Dispatch Desktop Procedures
• Provide notification of events to internal and external stakeholders as needed
• Receive and responds to Operating Instructions from Site Personnel, Balancing Authorities (BA), Transmission Operators (TOP), and Reliability Coordinators (RC)
• Submit forced outage tickets and update resource availability and unit status within market portals and PCI
• Perform ad-hoc data reporting to assist in the preparation of various reports regarding generation resource operation and performance
• Work 12-hour shifts over days/nights/weekends and holidays as required by management
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the manager

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited school may substitute for 2 years of work experience
• An Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited school may substitute for 1 year of work experience
• A minimum 2 years of work experience in a technical-related position with at least 2 years of experience in power markets, power generation, transmission operations, or similar environment
• PJM System Operator Certification is REQUIRED
• NERC System Operator Certification is optional
• Experience with real-time applications OSI monarch, PI, and PCI
• Basic IT networking competencies
• System Operator market portal experience (ERCOT, PJM, MISO, SPP, NYISO, ISONE, and CAISO)
• Strong organization skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks
• Ability to multi-task while working independently and as part of a team

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short-term incentives, in addition to salary.

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RWE Clean Energy is one of the biggest names in the US renewables industry – and No.2 in solar. With a 1,500-strong team, the business has over 15 years’ experience of developing, constructing and operating renewable energy facilities, and ambitious plans for the future.

As part of the RWE Group’s Growing Green strategy to expand globally its green portfolio to more than 65 GW of installed capacity and to invest globally more than EUR 55 billion gross by 2030, RWE Clean Energy is determined to significantly increase its operating asset base in the U.S. This is backed by a project pipeline of more than 24 GW in onshore wind, solar and battery storage which provides for one of the largest development platforms in the United States.

Every project brings constantly-evolving technical, practical and social challenges – and drives a culture where everybody thrives, has fun and feels excited by each day. Our financial stability also means you’ll have the freedom to act with conviction and courage as we pivot to new technologies – and continuously improve, together.