Director of Transmission Grid Operations (TGO Director) Location: ERCOT Region Reports to: Vice President of Operations Are you a strategic leader with a passion for grid reliability, innovation, and operational excellence? Do you thrive in high-impact roles where your decisions shape the future of energy infrastructure? If so, we invite you to lead the charge as our Director of Transmission Grid Operations. In this pivotal role, you’ll spearhead the development and operation of a cutting-edge Transmission Operations Center (TOC) in the ERCOT region. You’ll oversee everything from facility construction to team leadership, ensuring seamless, secure, and compliant grid operations—including a 300 MW HVDC interconnection with Mexico’s Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE). This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact in a fast-growing, forward-thinking energy company at the forefront of grid modernization and cross-border energy integration. What You’ll Do Project Leadership Lead the siting, design, and commissioning of new primary and backup TOC facilities. Oversee implementation of advanced control systems and operational technologies. Team Building & Development Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing team of system operators, engineers, and outage coordinators. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Mentor teams in system restoration, coordination, and emergency response. Regulatory Compliance Ensure full compliance with NERC, TRE, and ERCOT standards. Collaborate with the Compliance team to develop robust operational procedures. Lead or support audit readiness and regulatory engagements. Grid Operations Manage real-time system operations, outage planning, and emergency response. Monitor asset performance and implement data-driven improvements. Optimize reliability and cost-efficiency across the transmission network. Strategic Innovation Drive long-term strategies to enhance grid performance and resilience. Integrate emerging technologies to modernize operations and improve asset utilization. Budget & Stakeholder Management Develop and manage operational and capital budgets. Engage with internal teams, ERCOT, regulators, and industry peers to align on goals and initiatives. What You Bring Deep expertise in high-voltage transmission systems and ERCOT grid protocols. Proven leadership in transmission operations, with a track record of building and guiding high-performing teams. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Familiarity with industry regulations and operational best practices. A mindset of extreme ownership and cross-functional collaboration. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. 15+ years of experience in transmission grid operations, with increasing responsibility. Preferred: Advanced degree (MSEE or MBA). 3+ years in a supervisory or management role within a transmission operations center. Top Skills Substation maintenance Transmission operations NERC compliance Construction & project management Protection & control systems ERCOT reliability standards Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $160000.00/yr. For 90 years, we have nurtured creative ideas and turned them into successful realities using three core strategic pillars – creativity, excellence, and people. 401K – 12% employer contribution with no vesting period (6% Match and 6% non-matching contribution)Highly competitive compensationHybrid work options available for most rolesFive to eight weeks of PTO annually based on years of experience; eleven additional holidays per calendar yearAll Medical/Dental/Vision benefits start day one with the company; low employee premiums Education Assistance ProgramFree covered employee parking for Dallas HQ based employeesFree specialty coffee bar in the Dallas HQCommitment to the following ideals:Work/Life BalanceOngoing professional development opportunitiesAn exceptional employee experience Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2025. 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