Overview

The Electricity Infrastructure and Buildings Division of PNNL is accelerating the transition to a decarbonized, efficient, resilient, and secure energy system through basic and applied research. We leverage a strong technical foundation in power and energy systems and in advanced data analytics to drive innovation, transform markets, and shape energy policy.

Responsibilities

The Advisor – Grid Center for Reliable Electricity Delivery is a program leadership position that requires an understanding of integrated, multi‐scale energy system models, operational challenges associated with distributed energy resources integration at scale, and the evolving energy market, policy, and regulatory landscape. The selected candidate will be future leaning, capable of thinking through how decisions today will impact the grid of the future, and a skilled interdisciplinary problem solver.

We are seeking an Advisor – Grid Center for Reliable Electricity Delivery (GridCRED) to lead a portfolio of high‐impact research activities at the intersection of advanced analytics, modeling, and policy to enable a decarbonized, reliable, and resilient power system. A primary role of the advisor will be standing up and directing the newly formed GridCRED – a national grid analytics capability sponsored by the Department of Energy’s Office of Electricity that informs actionable, scenario-based decisions for planning and operating a reliable, resilient, and affordable grid. The position will involve building the capability – integrating the people, data, and tools – to provide the foundation for timely, replicable analyses of specific grid scenarios.

Specific responsibilities of the Advisor position include:

• Providing technical leadership and influencing multi‐disciplinary teams working on efforts at the intersection of multiscale system modeling, application of advanced computing, power market design, and energy policy.

• Overseeing the GridCRED program and shaping the technical strategy and operating model.

• Using extensive experience and deep understanding of existing theories, principles, and concepts in grid modernization planning and distributed energy resource integration challenges to provide holistic solutions to stakeholders.

• Leading the capture of funding to develop new research opportunities and partnering across a broad set of program offices in the Department of Energy, State of Washington, and other state and federal agencies.

• Partnering with research staff, relationship managers, and project management office directors on proposal development, including definition of scope, schedule, budget, and risk assessment.

• Cultivating and representing the laboratory in partnerships with grid planning stakeholders and interest groups, including utilities, tribal governments, energy NGOs, regulators, and technology providers.

• Making recommendations that set precedent for future decisions and inform local, state, and national policies and decisions at highest levels.

• Mentoring other mid‐ and early‐career staff members.

• Travel to execute projects, build relationships, and maintain leadership in the field.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/BA and 11 years of relevant experience -OR-

• MS/MA or higher and 9 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical field.

• Possesses the ability to broadly apply principles, standards, theories, and concepts of a systems engineering lifecycle to the development and implementation of new tools including applications, algorithms, models, and visualization techniques.

• Recognized for program leadership in grid modernization planning and/or policy concepts with active participation in national forums for power systems.

• In‐depth understanding of power grid operations and planning.

• Knowledge of utility industry economics and business processes.

• Experience leading the large technical teams.

• Exceptional communication skills with a track record of effectively translating complex technical concepts to policymakers, planners, and other decision‐makers.

• Experience developing large‐scale research proposals.

• Extensive professional network within the power systems engineering, utility, and/or energy regulatory community.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not applicable.

Testing Designated Position

This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or 3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov .

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.

HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Mandatory Requirements

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

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Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

• Research Associates excluded.

**Once eligibility requirements are met.

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Notice to Applicants

PNNL lists the full pay range for the position in the job posting. Starting pay is calculated from the minimum of the pay range and actual placement in the range is determined based on an individual’s relevant job-related skills, qualifications, and experience. This approach is applicable to all positions, with the exception of positions governed by collective bargaining agreements and certain limited-term positions which have specific pay rules.

As part of our commitment to fair compensation practices, we do not ask for or consider current or past salaries in making compensation offers at hire. Instead, our compensation offers are determined by the specific requirements of the position, prevailing market trends, applicable collective bargaining agreements, pay equity for the position type, and individual qualifications and skills relevant to the performance of the position.

Minimum Salary

USD $160,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $264,000.00/Yr.