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Strobe Power

Power Systems Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80 - $110/hr

Enroll sites in grid-operator markets and programs (NYISO, PJM, CAISO): demand response, capacity, and the metering and telemetry they require * Commission new sites: metering, CT/PT wiring checks ...

National Grid

Equipment Operator C

Albany, NY · On-site

$53.86/hr

We are currently seeking an experienced Equipment Operator with the ability to travel extensively to job sites with in the National Grid territory. We offer excellent benefits including medical ...

National Grid

Equipment Operator C

Albany, NY · On-site

$53.86/hr

We are currently seeking an experienced Equipment Operator with the ability to travel extensively to job sites with in the National Grid territory. We offer excellent benefits including medical ...

Repsol

ROCC Operator

Houston, TX · On-site

$18 - $21.75/hr

The ROCC Operator will be responsible for 24x7 monitoring and control for Repsol's renewable ... Grid Compliance * Manual override of grid instructions/curtailments in the event of failure of AGC ...

EdgeConneX

Senior Manager, Energy Development

Austin, TX · On-site +1

Advance ECX's standing as a preferred, sophisticated large-load customer with regional utilities and grid operators (ERCOT, PJM, MISO, WECC, etc.). * Engage with utility regulators and participate in ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for grid operator in the United States is $18.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a grid operator?

A Grid Operator is responsible for monitoring and controlling electrical power grids to ensure a stable and reliable electricity supply. They manage power flow, respond to system disturbances, and coordinate with power plants and substations to maintain grid stability. Grid Operators use specialized software and real-time data to balance electricity demand and supply. They follow strict protocols to prevent blackouts and restore power efficiently in case of outages. This role requires strong analytical skills, quick decision-making, and in-depth knowledge of electrical systems.

What does a grid operator do?

A typical shift for a Grid Operator usually involves monitoring the power grid, responding to changes in electricity demand, and coordinating maintenance or emergency responses. Operators work in control rooms, often as part of a rotating schedule that may include nights, weekends, or holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage. Daily tasks include analyzing system data, issuing instructions to field crews, communicating with utility partners, and recording detailed logs of events. You’ll collaborate with engineers, dispatchers, and other operators to maintain grid stability and quickly troubleshoot any issues that arise. This dynamic environment requires staying alert and ready to act decisively under pressure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a grid operator?

To thrive as a Grid Operator, you need a solid understanding of electrical power systems, grid management principles, and typically an associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Familiarity with real-time monitoring software (such as SCADA systems), NERC certification, and standard operating procedures are commonly required. Strong decision-making skills, situational awareness, and effective communication are key soft skills for excelling in this role. These abilities are vital to ensure the reliable and safe operation of electrical grids, minimize outages, and coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders.

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Power Systems Engineer

Strobe Power

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$80 - $110/hr

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Strobe is building the world's largest power plant: not a single site, but a distributed fleet of buildings, batteries, EVs, and generators that buy and sell power in real time across wholesale energy markets.

Take sites from contract to dispatching: own interconnection, metering, market enrollment, and commissioning, and feed what you learn in the field back into the product.

What you'd own
  • Drive interconnection and utility approvals: applications, one-line diagrams, and the back-and-forth with utility and ISO engineers
  • Enroll sites in grid-operator markets and programs (NYISO, PJM, CAISO): demand response, capacity, and the metering and telemetry they require
  • Commission new sites: metering, CT/PT wiring checks, protection and interconnection settings, and verifying assets respond correctly to dispatch
  • Translate utility tariffs, interconnection rules, and market manuals into requirements the engineering team can build against
  • Serve as the technical point of contact for customers, installers, and AHJs as sites come online
Strong fit if you have
  • A power systems / electrical engineering background and fluency with one-lines, protection, and metering
  • Hands-on experience with interconnection (utility or ISO) and DER, storage, or generation projects
  • Working knowledge of wholesale market or demand-response program rules (NYISO, PJM, CAISO, ISO-NE)
  • Comfort moving between a spreadsheet, a relay, and a customer meeting in the same day
  • A bias toward owning the messy end-to-end problem rather than handing it off

You sit between the grid and the product: defining requirements, commissioning hardware, and working alongside our controls and platform engineers.

Small team, high ownership, no layers.

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