Grid System Operator 1
@ Southern California Edison (SCE)

Alhambra, CA
$90,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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Overview

Join Southern California Edison (SCE) as a Grid System Operator 1 and help build a better tomorrow. In this role, you will work at the SCE Grid Control Center ensuring electrical system reliability using the Energy Management System and related applications.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor system conditions and real-time data for optimal reliability.
  • Prepare system event reports and participate in event analysis.
  • Track interconnected system conditions, analyze operating limits, and mitigate contingencies.
  • Facilitate outages and oversee corrective maintenance.
  • Direct changes to electrical components to maintain system integrity.
  • Determine system adjustments and load shedding during emergencies per NERC and WECC standards.
  • Maintain accurate operations logs and switching orders.
  • Activate notification protocols during system events.

Qualifications

Minimum three years of experience in electric system operations is required. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is preferred along with experience in bulk power transmission and familiarity with NERC, WECC, and California ISO standards. Certification as a NERC System Operator is a plus.

Additional Information

This is an on-site position primarily based in Alhambra, CA. Candidates may also be required to work at an alternate Grid Control Center in Irvine. This is a NERC/CIP impacted role and requires passing a Personnel Risk Assessment and specific training. SCE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Key skills/competency

  • SCE
  • Energy Management
  • Reliability
  • NERC
  • WECC
  • Transmission
  • Outage Management
  • Substation
  • Operational Logs
  • Emergency Response
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How to Get Hired at Southern California Edison (SCE)

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight energy operations and reliability experience.
  • Research SCE: Study their mission and grid control approach.
  • Review NERC standards: Understand compliance and operational guidelines.
  • Prepare for technical interviews: Brush up on energy management systems and outage protocols.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Energy Management System basics.
Understand NERC and WECC standards.
Practice outage simulation exercises.
Study electrical system component adjustments.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time handling urgent outages.
Explain teamwork during high-pressure events.
Discuss adherence to compliance standards.
Share a challenge in system reliability.

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