Jobs at ERCOT

Lead ERCOT's grid interconnection function for new generation and large loads. Oversee processes, studies, modeling, tools, policies, and cross‑functional alignment to ensure reliable integration of evolving technologies. Represent ERCOT externally and direct staffing, budgets, metrics, and continuous improvement of interconnection workflows.

Oversee semi-monthly, multi-state payroll processing, timecard validation, reconciliations, tax reporting, deductions, retirement contributions, and year-end reporting. Resolve payroll discrepancies, support audits, manage payroll vendors and invoices, assist with benefits and employee inquiries, and participate in Workday Payroll testing and process updates. The role also supports onboarding, payroll compliance, operating procedures, and related HR projects.

Analyze wind and solar forecast performance, develop advanced forecasting methods (including machine learning), integrate impacts into grid operations, perform system modeling and studies, and support reliable electric system planning and operations in compliance with NERC and ERCOT standards.

Provide administrative and logistical support for ERCOT stakeholder committees, working groups, and task forces. Coordinate meetings, agendas, materials, minutes, and elections; liaise with committee chairs, market participants, and internal ERCOT staff; ensure compliance with PUCT rulings and governance procedures; foster stakeholder collaboration and maintain transparency into market processes.

Provide paralegal support to corporate governance and regulatory attorneys: prepare pleadings and filings, manage PUC filings and ADR case administration, support Board and committee materials and meetings, administer membership processes, perform factual/legal research, manage case files and eDiscovery reviews, and coordinate with internal teams and outside counsel.

This role ensures governance and stability of test environments and data management, overseeing their lifecycle and compliance with quality standards. Responsibilities include data integrity, collaboration with IT teams, environment readiness, and process improvements while managing staff and communicating with stakeholders.

Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records and financial statements. Reconcile general ledger accounts, generate standard reports, assist month-end and year-end close, support audits, maintain accounting controls, and contribute to system upgrades. Higher levels handle complex accounting issues, mentor junior staff, and take leading roles in audits and system conversions.

The Principal Commercial Operations role leads ERCOT's wholesale market design, advanced analysis, regulatory engagements, and cross-functional initiatives, ensuring market efficiency and reliability.

Design, build, test, and maintain full‑stack web applications for ERCOT grid and market systems (RIOO/NDCRC). Collaborate with stakeholders, follow SDLC and CI/CD practices, perform troubleshooting, code reviews, mentoring, and optimize deployments using cloud, containers, and data pipeline tools.

Lead technical development and policy for grid interconnection studies, modeling, and emerging technologies. Advise leadership, mentor engineers, develop methodologies and rules for evaluating generation and large loads, represent ERCOT externally, and publish technical guidance to ensure reliable integration of new technologies.

This program provides entry-level engineers with training and experience in Power Systems and Computer Engineering, focusing on electric power grid solutions and market applications.

Manage and lead a team coordinating ERCOT's state policy initiatives and relations with the Texas PUC and legislature. Oversee analysis, monitoring, and communication of legislation, PUC rulemakings, and stakeholder activities; produce executive briefings and impact analysis; coordinate with General Counsel and Executive Team; mentor staff and manage escalations to support data-driven policy decisions and implementation guidance.

Develop and maintain Electric Power Grid applications by applying software engineering principles, utilizing various programming languages, and incorporating AI/ML technologies while ensuring adherence to SDLC processes.

Maintain, upgrade, integrate, and monitor ERCOT Grid and Market Solutions (GMS) systems (EMS/SCADA, MMS, PI, PMU, OTS, etc.). Plan and execute software releases, containerized deployments with CI/CD, perform non-functional testing, troubleshoot production incidents, provide 24x7 on-call support, coordinate with vendors and market participants, and develop documentation and monitoring to improve system reliability.

The GMS Application Engineer supports the Markets Management Systems, involved in design, development, testing, and operational support for market applications.