Unit Commitment Engineer (Varies)

Title:Unit Commitment Engineer (Varies)

Company: Tampa Electric Company

State and City: Florida- Tampa

Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

POSITION CONCEPT:

This position is responsible in the optimization of the daily unit commitment and dispatch of Tampa Electric's generating system, as well as conducting power resource reliability, transaction pricing and system economic evaluations for the company.

A successful candidate possesses strong analytical skills and the ability to draw conclusions and make decisions with the best available information and some uncertainty.

*Engineer Classification is multi-level, based on the qualifications guidelines as outlined in the Company's Engineer Career Path, Administrative Policy 2.13. A minimum classification of an Associate Engineer is required in this position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Within the limits of authorized objectives, policies, procedures, plans, schedules and budgets, this position has the responsibility and commensurate authority to:

• Assess, communicate, and execute the short-term resource availability and preparation of the Unit Commitment Plan for review and approval by Grid Operations. This includes topics involving economic analysis, unit status, expected unit runs, natural gas requirements, short-term outage plans, and storm management plans. Communicates and coordinates with plant personnel, Grid Operations, Wholesale Marketing, Planning & Fuels, and other departments. All communications must comply with the FERC Standards Code of Conduct.
• Understands engineering principles as they apply to generating and delivering energy.
• Conducts daily, weekly and monthly, power transaction pricing and system economic evaluations for Marketing and Fuels department.
• Provide fuel consumption forecasts in support of daily operations and planning scenarios.
• Conducts the planning of integrated supply-side and demand-side resource alternatives to best meet the reliability and economic needs of Tampa Electric Company.
• Conducts short-term analyses to develop energy resource utilization alternatives and makes recommendations on each alternative. The alternatives are recommended based on providing cost-effective, reliable energy service to customers.
• Conduct independent engineering studies and analyses in areas such as, capacity utilization, modeling techniques, risk mitigation, scenario planning and operational effectiveness. Makes technical recommendations for process improvement.
• Conduct bench-marking activities and review of existing modeling methods. Recommend continuous improvement revisions in either the models or methods.
• Provide technical analysis in support of various strategic business issues and develop policy and strategic initiatives that further the interests of Tampa Electric Company and TECO Energy.
• Participate in the development, testing, and maintain of tools required to perform above duties effectively and efficiently.

EDUCATION:

Required: Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree from an ABET accredited four-year college.

Preferred: Master's level degree in business or technical field from a college accredited by the Commission on Colleges or ABET.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

Preferred: Valid registration as a Florida Professional Engineer.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Co-op or related Engineering experience. Related experience consists of: wholesale marketing, system planning, engineering, operations, PC rate-making or revenue requirements.

Preferred: Four years of related experience consisting of powerplant operations, wholesale marketing, system planning, engineering, operations, PC rate-making or revenue requirements.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Required: Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Preferred: Basic knowledge of Microsoft SQL and SharePoint and advanced knowledge of Excel (use of pivot tables, macros, etc.)

WORK CONDITIONS:

Requires working extended hours and weekends. Requires emergency management storm duty. High stress work environment. Frequent travel is required.

COMPETENCIES:

• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Speaks Up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Takes Ownership & Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically & Exercises Sound Judgment

The successful applicant will be required to take and pass a Baseline Medical Examination as part of the pre-employment screening once an offer has been accepted. A pre-employment drug screening, as well as a background check (including education, employment, criminal and motor vehicle) will also be conducted as part of the pre-employment screening.

For jobs with physical required, list the physical that applies in the posting

Must successfully complete the following physical worker medical exam:

Baseline Medical Examination (generic physical for all jobs requiring physicals)

TECO offers a competitive Benefits package!!

Competitive Salary *401k Savings plan w/ company matching * Pension plan * Paid time off* Paid Holiday time * Medical, Prescription Drug, & Dental Coverage *Tuition Assistance Program * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Programs * On-site Fitness Centers * Bonus Plan and more!

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS....Please make sure to read below!!! Responding to stormswill beconsidered a condition of employment.

TECO Energy and its companies serve a role in providing critical services to our community during an emergency. Team members are required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our TECO Energy customers. Team members are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's rules and procedures.

TECO Energy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

TECO Energy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law, except where physical or mental abilities are a bona fide occupational requirement and the individual is unable to perform the essential functions of the position with reasonable accommodations.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities for all individuals, employment decisions at TECO Energy will be based on skills, knowledge, qualifications and abilities.

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

ADA policy

It is the policy of TECO Energy to provide reasonable accommodation for all qualified disabled individuals who are employees and applicants for employment, unless it would cause undue hardship. The corporation will adhere to applicable federal and state laws, regulations and guidelines, including, but not limited to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1970s.

Application accommodations

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation in the application process five business days prior to the time accommodation is needed.

Pre-employment physical exams may be required for positions with bona fide job-related physical requirements regardless of disability.