Job Description

Power Systems Coordinator

Location: Gulfport, MS

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Mississippi Power

The Power Systems Coordinator holds primary responsibility for the real-time monitoring, operation, and control of the Bulk Power Transmission System at MPC. This role requires strong situational awareness, technical expertise, and the ability to act decisively in both normal and abnormal operating conditions.

Applicants must already possess NERC Certification as a Transmission Operator (TO) or Reliability Coordinator (RC) to perform operational duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct minute-to-minute monitoring and control of the bulk electric power system under normal operating conditions.

• Analyze and evaluate system performance under abnormal conditions, determine required restoration actions, and execute them safely and efficiently.

• Ensure full compliance with all NERC reliability standards and FERC Standard of Conduct requirements.

• Maintain situational awareness of substation equipment, transmission lines, and system characteristics to support reliable grid operations.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (system operators, transmission engineers, and protection & control specialists) to maintain system reliability.

• Prepare and update system operations documentation, incident reports, and compliance logs.

• Serve as a decision-maker during critical system events with the ability to prioritize tasks under time-sensitive conditions.

• Utilize multiple computer applications, real-time monitoring tools, and control systems to support system operations.

• Participate in team-based operations, demonstrating strong interpersonal and leadership skills in a high-stakes environment.

Required Qualifications

• Certification:

  • Mandatory: NERC Certification (Transmission Operator or Reliability Coordinator).

• Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering desirable (may substitute for some experience).

  • Prior experience in Transmission Systems (substations, transmission lines, operations, or protection & controls).

  • Strong knowledge of interconnected power system operations, including restoration procedures.

• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • In-depth understanding of transmission system operations, substation equipment, and system protection principles.

  • General knowledge of generation control, SCADA, and system control functions.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills under pressure.

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

  • Proficiency with computer systems, monitoring applications, and reporting tools.

  • Ability to work in a rotating 12-hour shift environment (days, nights, weekends).