Resource Forecasting & Analysis Engineer

ERCOT is a dynamic organization focused on building the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market. The Resource Forecasting & Analysis Engineer will analyze wind and solar forecasts, develop advanced forecasting methodologies, and provide technical support to ensure reliable operations of the electric power grid. Responsibilities Understand and apply principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and ERCOT's culture Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action Impact is generally limited to specific assignments or projects May respond to inquiries and/or provide assistance and/or guidance to lower-level workers Works under the direction of a senior level engineer or supervisor/manager to complete departmental goals and assignments Performs all work according to applicable rules and regulations including regulatory requirements and organization policies and procedures Learns how to use and develop software tools that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies Under direct supervision, participates in teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies May provide on the job training or help oversee the work of other engineers/analysts May act as mentor and advisor to less experienced engineers/analysts Typically works independently on assignments and projects Participate in multifunctional teams to obtain input, address comments and perform studies Assists in developing tools, processes and procedures that enhance system reliability and departmental/organizational efficiencies Participates with other ERCOT departments to select and implement system changes as needed Skills Minimum 1 year experience as a power system engineer or similar type role for Level 2 Engineer Minimum 3 years' experience as a power system engineer or similar type role for Level 3 Engineer Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering or related field Or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required Experience in data analysis/analytics and working with large data sets/relational databases Experience with Python and/or R Experience with wind and/or solar forecasting Experience with machine learning Experience with power flow analysis tools such as Powerworld or PSSE Company Overview The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) manages the flow of electric power to 24 million Texas customers. It was founded in 1970, and is headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship ERCOT has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 15 in 2025, 18 in 2024, 17 in 2023, 30 in 2022, 19 in 2021, 20 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.