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About the Role

As a Transmission System Operator, you’ll play a critical role in maintaining the reliability and stability of the LCRA transmission grid. This role involves performing routine engineering analysis and calculations for real-time line loading and load flow functions to respond to system changes. Your decisions directly impact public safety, economic continuity, and grid resilience through real-time system operation, control, and emergency restoration.

Responsibilities

Monitor and control transmission and substation systems via SCADA to maintain reliability, voltage profiles, and equipment loading within limits.
Respond to system events and alarms, taking real-time action to protect grid integrity.
Load service restoration efforts by coordinating switching actions and dispatching field personnel.
Develop, review, and execute switching orders to support safe maintenance and system operations.
Coordinate with neighboring utilities, customers, and ERCOT to ensure aligned and reliable operations, including support of emergency operations, load shedding, and Black Start restoration.
Track and document system activity, outages, and events in operator logs.
Use tools like Energy Management Systems (EMS), Integrated Tool for Operations Application (iTOA), and one-line diagrams to assess system conditions and guide decisions.

Requirements

Four or more years' experience in real-time operation and control of electric transmission and/or distribution systems, transmission equipment field operations or power plant operations, or other relevant experience.
A degree(s) in electrical engineering technology, electrical technology, electronics or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
Fluent in the English language.
NERC System Operator Certification or equivalent.

Skills

Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous learning.
Strong understanding of transmission systems, electrical fundamentals, and grid operations.
Effective communicator who can coordinate clearly across teams and external partners.
Ability to analyze complex, fast-moving situations and make sound decisions under pressure.
Skilled in interpreting one-line diagrams, system data, and operating procedures.
Working knowledge of EMS/SCADA systems and real-time grid monitoring tools.
Familiarity with ERCOT protocols and NERC reliability standards including ERCOT Energy Emergency Alerts (EEA).
Ability to work and stay attentive throughout a twelve-hour shift on weekends, holidays, and non-standard hours at a sit/stand workstation.
Frequent finger/hand manipulation in using a keyboard and mouse.

Location

Control room based

Work Type

24/7 operation
Rotating shifts
Sedentary work
Occasional field training
Full-time

Experience Level

Four or more years' experience

Education Level

Degree(s) in electrical engineering technology, electrical technology, electronics or relevant field

Benefits

Healthcare
Wellness
Time off

About the Company

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities.

Equal Opportunity

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities.
Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org.
Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.