At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all. Senior Grid Operations SpecialistPGE is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Grid Operations Specialist to join our EDAM implementation team. This role is critical to enhancing PGE’s day ahead reliability assessment activities which set up the balancing authority's ability to monitor and ensure compliance of all load-serving entities with EDAM requirements prior to the market run which will flow into real time. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in grid operations and experience with resource configuration. As a Track 3 Support Specialist, you will support the configuration of grid resources, oversee real-time monitoring, and collaborate on systems integration and testing to ensure seamless alignment with CAISO’s market framework. You will support coordination for resource sufficiency compliance in EDAM. Your contributions will be key to maintaining operational integrity, ensuring compliance, and supporting PGE’s strategic goals for market participation. If you are passionate about grid operations and market integration, we encourage you to apply and help us achieve a successful EDAM go-live in 2026. <div><div>  Sr Grid Operations Specialist Responsibilities and Achievements:  </div><div>- Support various projects and real time performance and process improvements as a Grid Operations subject matter expert. Train operators, perform data analysis, compile presentations, learn systems and share operations strategies throughout PGE.  - Provide data analytics related to control center operations to teams in PGE. Create effective presentation slides communicating data. </div><div> </div><div>Key Responsibilities of the Track 3 Support Role: </div><div>Monitoring and Compliance: Support the balancing authority in monitoring all load-serving entities to ensure compliance with EDAM requirements. This includes tracking resource performance, verifying that entities meet market obligations, and identifying any discrepancies or non-compliance issues. </div><div>Operational Oversight: Assist in the development and implementation of processes to enhance the balancing authority’s visibility and control over participating entities. Provide expertise in grid operations to ensure that all resources are configured correctly and operate within the parameters set by EDAM. </div><div>Systems Integration and Testing: Collaborate with the integration and testing teams to ensure that all systems related to load-serving entities are properly integrated and tested within the EDAM framework. This includes validating that system interfaces and data exchanges support accurate monitoring and compliance activities. </div><div>Data Validation and Reporting: Ensure that all data related to load-serving entities is accurate, up-to-date, and reflective of real-time operations. Provide regular reports and insights to the balancing authority, highlighting areas of compliance, potential risks, and opportunities for operational improvements. </div><div>Coordination with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams, including grid operators and compliance specialists, as well as external stakeholders such as CAISO, to ensure alignment on EDAM requirements and performance expectations. Facilitate communication and collaboration to address any issues promptly. </div></div><div><div>Testing Support and Readiness: Ensure that resource configurations are validated through joint integration testing, market simulation, and parallel operations phases. Address any configuration issues promptly to avoid testing delays.  </div></div>Education/Experience/Certifications: Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, information systems or relevant field of study or equivalent experience.Experience: Typically, eight or more years in Balancing Authority and/or Transmission Operator real-time operations.Functional Competencies Advanced knowledge of systems used in departmentAdvanced skills in relationship buildingAdvanced knowledge of systems administration principlesWorking knowledge of coding and programming languagesAdvanced skills in facilitationAdvanced knowledge of laws and regulations related to department operationsAdvanced knowledge of security protocols related to grid operationsAdvanced skills in technical writingIntermediate skills in process improvementIntermediate skills in project managementIntermediate skills in reporting and analyticsIntermediate skills in user acceptance and regression testingGeneral Competencies Advanced skills in analytical thinkingAdvanced skills in consultingAdvanced business acumenAdvanced skills in conflict managementAdvanced skills in consultingAdvanced skills in prioritization and organizationAdvanced interpersonal skillsIntermediate skills in influencing without authorityPhysical and Cognitive Demands: Cognitive Level Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).CognitiveAbility to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksSchedule/Attendance Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch scheduleAbility to work long hoursAbility to work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendanceAbility to work shift scheduleAbility to work on-call schedulePhysical Capabilities<ul><li>Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)</li><li>Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lbs.</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50 lbs.</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50 lbs.</li><li>Carrying: Up to 10 lbs.</li><li>Carrying: Up to 50 lbs.</li><li>Carrying: More than 50 lbs.</li><li>Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):<ul><li>Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)</li><li>Confined spaces</li><li>Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)</li><li>Stairs (over 10 steps)</li><li>Ladders (over 10 rungs)</li></ul></li></ul>Environment - Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):<ul><li>Office</li><li>Plant</li><li>Field</li></ul> Compensation Range:$99,975.00 - $197,375.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click <a href="https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511">here</a>.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@pgn.com">talentacquisition@pgn.com</a> or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process. To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date.  Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

For generations, we&rsquo;ve been powering lives and we are committed to representing social, economic, and environmental progress. Energy is essential to everyday life and when disaster strikes, we&rsquo;re proud to spring into action to support our community. Whether it&rsquo;s powering our customers&rsquo; lives, fighting climate change, or responding in times of crisis, the stakes are high, but the work is incredibly rewarding. We&rsquo;re up for the challenge &ndash; are you? Not only are we dedicated to adapting to change, but we also create the positive progress we want to see in our communities. Our world and our industry are faced with new and exciting challenges driven by evolving technology, changing customer expectations and a shared desire for a cleaner energy future. Every day, we take new steps that get us closer to the energy transformation we want to see in Oregon. Why does this mission matter so much to the people who work at PGE? Because we live here, too.

Senior Grid Operations Specialist

At PGE, our work involves dreaming about, planning for, and realizing a smarter, cleaner, more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we haven’t stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives, strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social, economic and environmental progress. We’re always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.&nbsp;Senior Grid Operations SpecialistPGE is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Grid Operations Specialist to join our EDAM implementation team. This role is critical to enhancing PGE’s day ahead reliability assessment activities which set up the balancing authority's ability to monitor and ensure compliance of all load-serving entities with EDAM requirements prior to the market run which will flow into real time. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in grid operations and experience with resource configuration. As a Track 3 Support Specialist, you will support the configuration of grid resources, oversee real-time monitoring, and collaborate on systems integration and testing to ensure seamless alignment with CAISO’s market framework. You will support coordination for resource sufficiency compliance in EDAM. Your contributions will be key to maintaining operational integrity, ensuring compliance, and supporting PGE’s strategic goals for market participation. If you are passionate about grid operations and market integration, we encourage you to apply and help us achieve a successful EDAM go-live in 2026.&nbsp;<div><div>&nbsp; Sr Grid Operations Specialist Responsibilities and Achievements:&nbsp;&nbsp;</div><div>- Support various projects and real time performance and process improvements as a Grid Operations subject matter expert. Train operators, perform data analysis, compile presentations, learn systems and share operations strategies throughout PGE.&nbsp; - Provide data analytics related to control center operations to teams in PGE. Create effective presentation slides communicating data.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>Key Responsibilities of the Track 3 Support Role:&nbsp;</div><div>Monitoring and Compliance: Support the balancing authority in monitoring all load-serving entities to ensure compliance with EDAM requirements. This includes tracking resource performance, verifying that entities meet market obligations, and identifying any discrepancies or non-compliance issues.&nbsp;</div><div>Operational Oversight: Assist in the development and implementation of processes to enhance the balancing authority’s visibility and control over participating entities. Provide expertise in grid operations to ensure that all resources are configured correctly and operate within the parameters set by EDAM.&nbsp;</div><div>Systems Integration and Testing: Collaborate with the integration and testing teams to ensure that all systems related to load-serving entities are properly integrated and tested within the EDAM framework. This includes validating that system interfaces and data exchanges support accurate monitoring and compliance activities.&nbsp;</div><div>Data Validation and Reporting: Ensure that all data related to load-serving entities is accurate, up-to-date, and reflective of real-time operations. Provide regular reports and insights to the balancing authority, highlighting areas of compliance, potential risks, and opportunities for operational improvements.&nbsp;</div><div>Coordination with Stakeholders: Work closely with internal teams, including grid operators and compliance specialists, as well as external stakeholders such as CAISO, to ensure alignment on EDAM requirements and performance expectations. Facilitate communication and collaboration to address any issues promptly.&nbsp;</div></div><div><div>Testing Support and Readiness: Ensure that resource configurations are validated through joint integration testing, market simulation, and parallel operations phases. Address any configuration issues promptly to avoid testing delays. &nbsp;</div></div>Education/Experience/Certifications: Education: Requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science, electrical engineering, information systems or relevant field of study or equivalent experience.Experience: Typically, eight or more years in Balancing Authority and/or Transmission Operator real-time operations.Functional Competencies Advanced knowledge of systems used in departmentAdvanced skills in relationship buildingAdvanced knowledge of systems administration principlesWorking knowledge of coding and programming languagesAdvanced skills in facilitationAdvanced knowledge of laws and regulations related to department operationsAdvanced knowledge of security protocols related to grid operationsAdvanced skills in technical writingIntermediate skills in process improvementIntermediate skills in project managementIntermediate skills in reporting and analyticsIntermediate skills in user acceptance and regression testingGeneral Competencies Advanced skills in analytical thinkingAdvanced skills in consultingAdvanced business acumenAdvanced skills in conflict managementAdvanced skills in consultingAdvanced skills in prioritization and organizationAdvanced interpersonal skillsIntermediate skills in influencing without authorityPhysical and Cognitive Demands: Cognitive Level Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).CognitiveAbility to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasksAbility to follow accuracy standardsAbility to follow through on decision-making tasksAbility to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environmentAbility to communicate and problem solve when under stressAbility to respond and adapt to frequent changeAbility to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedbackAbility to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasksAbility to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organizationDemonstrates sound memoryAbility to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasksSchedule/Attendance Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch scheduleAbility to work long hoursAbility to work a variable scheduleAbility to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weatherAbility to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendanceAbility to work shift scheduleAbility to work on-call schedulePhysical Capabilities<ul><li>Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)</li><li>Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)</li><li>Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Carrying: Up to 10&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Carrying: Up to 50&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Carrying: More than 50&nbsp;lbs.</li><li>Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply):<ul><li>Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)</li><li>Confined spaces</li><li>Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)</li><li>Stairs (over 10&nbsp;steps)</li><li>Ladders (over 10&nbsp;rungs)</li></ul></li></ul>Environment&nbsp;- Indoor/Outdoor (check all that apply):<ul><li>Office</li><li>Plant</li><li>Field</li></ul> Compensation Range:$99,975.00 - $197,375.00Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity. While we anticipate the selected candidate for this position will fall towards the middle or entry point of the compensation range, the decision will be made on a case-by-case basis.PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company, and, at the same time, support your well-being and professional development, both now and into the future. To find out more, click <a href="https://portlandgeneral.com/hrcs5511">here</a>.Join us today and power your potential!Assisting with storms or other Company emergencies is a part of all positions at Portland General Electric.PGE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to thrive. PGE will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.PGE does not discriminate on the basis of disability. We recognize individuals have a variety of abilities to offer and we believe there is much to value and celebrate by incorporating different abilities into the work we do. One very important way we live this out is in our application and interview process. We work hard to support individuals who may need an accommodation to fully participate in these processes. If you feel you may need an accommodation, or would like to request one, please notify the Recruiter associated with the job posting. You may also make this request by contacting <a href="mailto:talentacquisition@pgn.com">talentacquisition@pgn.com</a>&nbsp;or by calling 503-464-7250. The Recruiter will provide information and next steps for the accommodation process.&nbsp;To be considered for this position, please complete the following employment application by the posting close date. &nbsp;Posting closes at midnight (Pacific Time) on the closing date below. If no date is listed, job is open until filled.

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