• Mgr, Operational Planning

    ITC Holdings (Novi, MI)


    JOB SUMMARY

    Provides administrative and technical leadership to a group of multi-skilled engineering professionals to ensure the reliability of the Transmission System by utilizing a variety of study tools to; perform system studies, analyze results and develop mitigation plans in both operations planning and real-time time horizons.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Functions as a group lead for Operational Planning and represents the work unit in related matters.

    + Manages workflow by scheduling work, providing work direction and setting goals to ensure team’s objectives are met.

    + Coaches, mentors, trains, develops, motivates and supervises staff; assigns and reviews work and conducts performance reviews.

    + Solves technical problems by interpreting and evaluating information, uncovering related issues, developing methods or procedures for gathering information, making recommendations and implementing solutions for matters related to long-term, next day and real time horizon operational planning studies and mitigation strategies.

    + Provides expertise and guidance on technical issues to the Real Time Operations, Planning and Engineering groups to ensure system reliability.

    + Provides subject matter expertise for projects and committees regarding technical and non-technical matters related to operational planning including participating in industry working groups and forums.

    + Participates in policy development, implements policies and negotiates and resolves issues.

    + Provides input on compliance with industry standards; develops compliance documentation, procedures and controls.

    REQUIREMENTS

    + Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education; Master's Degree and Power Systems emphasis preferred.

    + Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in the electric utility industry with a minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience; system operations or power system analysis experience preferred.

    + Ability to effectively manage teams and individuals.

    + Good understanding of NERC and RTOs operating standards and policies.

    + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

    + Sound analytical, problem-solving and documentation skills.

    + Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

    + Ability to work under minimal supervision.

    + Proven ability to work effectively as a member of external and internal cross-functional teams.

    + Some travel required.

    + Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.

     

    From electric vehicles to renewables, the world is looking at electricity in a whole new way, and ITC is focused on building and maintaining a power grid that can handle it all. We are looking for individuals who are ready to work with us to build a greater grid for a greener future. In return, ITC is proud to offer industry-leading compensation, benefits and opportunities to channel your energy into community-changing solutions. As an equal opportunity employer, we feel it’s crucial to honor our differences, be inclusive, engage as a team, and maximize our individual strengths.

     

    Please take a moment to review our Diversity Statement (https://www.itc-holdings.com/docs/default-source/human-resources-support-docs/itc\_diversity\_statement.pdf?sfvrsn=507bcbf6\_2) .