Engineer - Transmission Facility Scoping (Mechanical/Electrical)
Austin, TX 78744
This position is a hybrid role, working in the Austin, TX office two days a week and three days remote. Engineers with or without a PE (from any state) are welcome to apply.
Are you passionate about the ever-growing electrification of our energy system and giving to economic growth in the state of Texas. Are you interested in helping new generation resources such as solar, wind, battery storage and others get connected to improve the reliability of the Texas energy grid? We are seeking a Professional Engineer to join our team. You will serve a primary role in developing electrical conceptual designs and scopes of work for capital projects to improve the existing LCRA Transmission Services Corporation’s system, as well as supporting interconnection of a multifaceted and growing mix of resources on the ERCOT grid. Our ideal candidate will have proven experience in electrical substation design, relay and control design, or interconnection engineering, will strive for excellence in all areas of their work, and exemplify LCRA’s values of focusing on service, taking initiative, showing respect, operating with integrity, and focusing on safety.
Fleet Parts Specialist Sr
Austin, TX 78744
Do you have a call to serve others and want to work for an organization with a mission to help? Look no further! Headquartered in Austin, Texas, LCRA is a billion-dollar public enterprise that exists to improve the quality of life of the people of Texas through water stewardship, energy and community service, and we’ve been doing it since 1934. This fleet parts specialist role is crucial to the success of LCRA's fleet team, ranked in the TOP 50 leading fleet teams in the country! If you are looking for a role that will trust you to research and accurately identify required parts for repairs and services using your expertise, teach you about high-quality operations, while giving you the sense of accomplishment that comes from ensuring our employees and customers are safe while using our bucket trucks, boom trucks, and cranes, then we have the opportunity for you.
Our hours of operation are Mon-Thu from 6am-4:30pm and on Friday’s from 6am-2:30pm.
Power Plant Scheduler
Bastrop, TX
At LCRA, we are seeking to find a driven and detail orientated Power Plant Scheduler to join our team! In this position, you will have the overall responsibility to ensure the highest priority work is being performed at all times and that all maintenance resources are being fully and efficiently utilized. This will be done by tracking available resources, reviewing the maintenance backlog and developing multi-week schedules based on plant priorities and work order deadlines. It will be expected that all work, including equipment and regulatory compliance PM’s, are scheduled and completed on time. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of best practices and experience in own discipline to provide and improve services. Takes a new perspective to solve complex problems. Works independently and receives minimal guidance. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. May direct the work of other staff members. If this sounds like you, apply today!
Multi-craft Technician, Lead
Maxwell, TX
At LCRA, we are seeking skilled Technicians for Construction oversight and eventual Operations & Maintenance for LCRA's peaker power plant! This peaker plant will consist of Wartsila 18V50SG reciprocating engines. This role will have the outstanding opportunity to be responsible for contractor activities during construction and commissioning of the new power plant. This knowledge and experience will be helpful for your efforts in operating and maintaining the facility after commissioning. Be a part of LCRA's mission of providing safe & reliable power to Texans and local communities. Our mission is to improve the lives of Central Texas and our teams are dedicated to service with safety as a top priority!
Power Plant Planner
Bastrop, TX
5/22/2024
LCRA's Plant Support Services Group is seeking a motivated and detailed individual to join its Maintenance Planning Team! This facility is located in Bastrop, TX. As a Power Plant Planner, your skills and experience will be utilized to process work orders daily, create job plans, create and maintain PMs, develop cost estimates, create requisitions, compose scopes of work, research and procure parts, plan outages, and maintain an overall maintenance backlog. The ability to multitask and solve complex problems is a must. This will entail prioritizing your daily workload with other demanding work. Most of the time, you will work independently with minimal guidance. You will be a resource for colleagues with less experience. At times, you may direct the work of other staff members. Join us in our mission to enhance the lives of Texans!
Power Plant Compliance Coordinator
Bastrop, TX, Marble Falls, TX, Maxwell, TX
5/22/2024
At LCRA, we are looking for a Compliance Coordinator to join our team supporting the Thomas C. Ferguson Power Plant, Hilbig Gas Storage Facility and LCRA's new Timmerman Power Plant! In this role, you will be part of the team that leads with integrity and your expertise will contribute to keeping our facilities in compliance related to NERC, Texas Railroad Commission (RRC) and other various regulatory requirements associated with our facility’s operations and maintenance.
In this position, you will need to report to one of these locations and travel to the others for your assignments: Thomas C Ferguson Plant in Horseshoe Bay, TX; Hilbig Gas Storage Facility in Bastrop, TX; and Timmerman Power Plant in Maxwell, TX.
Instrumentation & Control Technician Sr
Bastrop, TX
At LCRA, Lost Pines Power Park in Bastrop, TX., we are searching for a highly motivated and dedicated instrumentation technician interested in working in the field of Power Generation! This position is an important part of LCRA’s Electric Generation team. As part of our critical mission to support power to the Texas electric grid and LCRA customers, the successful candidate will apply creativity and their knowledge of field electronics, radio telemetry, calibrations, and data collection to solve real-world problems and keep mission-critical power plant data flowing to decision makers.
Candidates should reside within 30 minutes of LCRA's General Office Complex in west Austin and be available for work during occasional nights, weekends and holidays. If you would like to be part of LCRA's critical mission to manage water supply and manage floods on the Highland Lakes and the Colorado River, we would be excited to hear from you!
Regulatory & Market Compliance Analyst Sr
Austin, TX 78744
LCRA is seeking a team member to join its Regulatory and Market Compliance team. As one of our analysts, you will be a part of LCRA’s continued success in maintaining compliance with the North American Electric Reliability (NERC) standards and ERCOT Operating Guides and Protocols. We are a growing team that integrates and engages with LCRA’s various departments to help develop resolutions and internal controls.
Engineering Associate II (Electrical)
Austin, TX 78703
At LCRA, we are looking for an electrical engineer to join our team! As a part of LCRA’s NERC compliance group, your expertise will contribute to keeping our generation facilities in line with national and state requirements. You will use your knowledge of electrical system modelling such as ETAP and Matlab to perform load flow and Arc Flash Calculations. A firm foundation in protective relay settings is a plus as you provide support to plants and manage compliance testing such as reactive or AVR/PSS. Join our mission to enhance the quality of life of Texans!
Steel Fabricator
Austin, TX 78744
LCRA is looking for a Steel Fabricator to join our team in building the crucial infrastructure of Central Texas. This role's workplace will be in Austin, Texas just minutes from downtown. As a member of our Fabrication team, you will have the opportunity to work with various sizes of metals ranging from .125 to 2" thick. You will work with a skilled team and receive valuable training through on-the-job experiences as well as set training curriculum. This position applies knowledge and experience in own subject area but is still building higher-level knowledge and skills. In this role, you will receive a moderate level of guidance and direction from supervisor, manager and/or more experienced colleagues.. If you are looking to work your way up in a great company that provides for the local community, for amazing benefits and training and to be part of our mission to enhance the lives of Central Texans, this is the job for you!
Project Analyst II
Austin, TX 78744
LCRA is looking for a Project Analyst to join the Transmission Project Management Office. You will be part of the team that leads with integrity to drive the successful execution of LCRA TSC's Capital project portfolio which efficiently managing LCRA's resources. The types of projects you will be supporting include various types of Transmission Lines and Substations. You will receive valuable technical on the job training, all while focusing on safety as one of our key values. If you are looking to begin or continue your career at a great company while also enhancing the lives of Texans, this is the job for you!
Principal Account Manager (Energy/Electrical/Technical)
Austin, TX 78744
***This is more of road warrior role, individual hired will be traveling throughout the LCRA serviced areas throughout Texas. Day trips mostly to meet with customers, overnights based on business needs (but rare).
LCRA is seeking a Principal Account Manager to interface directly with transmission customers and be responsive to technical customer service needs. Join us and work with transmission customers throughout Texas while providing premier customer service. You will be part of a small but dedicated team responsible for engaging with customers to solve technical challenges and deliver solutions.
Commercial Contracts Attorney
Austin, TX 78703
With a five-year transmission capital plan totaling nearly $4 billion, and extraordinary growth in our wholesale power service territory in central Texas, LCRA is seeking a motivated and diligent mid-level transactional attorney (8+ years) with excellent verbal and written communication skills and contract drafting and negotiation experience to further LCRA’s mission to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service.
Category Buyer
Austin, TX 78744
Are you motivated by interacting with and helping others? Are you looking for a company that inspires excellence, collaboration, and creativity? If you’re passionate about joining a purpose driven community that is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of the central Texans we serve, join LCRA – a company you can be proud to be a part of! LCRA is looking for a Category Buyer to join our transmission supply chain team. In this role you will use your knowledge and experience to purchase services and materials that support electric power transmission in Texas, you will perform analysis to determine appropriate sourcing approaches, and you will collaborate with category managers and stakeholders across LCRA.
Technology Strategist Sr
Austin, TX 78703
Are you a strategic, forward-thinking individual who is looking for an opportunity to help steer impactful technological change in the energy sector? LCRA’s Technology Strategy team is looking for a Technology Strategist Sr to help deliver innovative technology solutions that align with evolving business needs.
In this role, you will have high exposure to decision makers by providing strategic recommendations across LCRA’s many verticals. Projects may include researching new technologies, implementing industry best practices, developing technology roadmaps, and guiding dynamic multi-functional teams through technology and processes assessment. This is an amazing opportunity to utilize your knowledge of Enterprise Architecture and apply it across a variety of business sectors including transmission, electrical generation, water, telecommunications, cybersecurity, and more!
Transmission System Operator
Austin, TX 78744
Coordinates, monitors, and evaluates the real-time operation and control of LCRA transmission grid at the System Operations Control Center (SOCC). Coordinates and performs switching of LCRA TSC, customer, and leased transmission lines, working with maintenance personnel in restoration efforts to safely and efficiently restore power to the end-use customer. Performs routine engineering analysis and calculations necessary for real-time line loading functions and load flow functions in order to adapt to changing system conditions.
Transmission System Operator Associate
Austin, TX 78744
Assists Transmission System Operator in coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating the real-time operation and control of LCRA’s transmission grid after gaining working knowledge of power system fundamentals and control room operations. Performs entry-level or training duties associated with transmission switching including power restoration and firm load shed. Works toward obtaining ERCOT System Operator Certification and NERC System Operator Certification as coordinated with and directed by management.
Engineer (PE) - Transmission Line Operations & Maintenance (Civil/Structural/Mechanical)
Austin, TX 78744
This is a hybrid position, working in the Austin, TX office two days a week and three remote. Engineers with a PE in the state of Texas and other states are encouraged to apply.
At LCRA, our Mission is to enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy and community service and with a Vision to be the public utility that sets the standard for excellence. We are an organization with a strong focus on our people through a culture of learning and development and an emphasis on partnership, organizational development and strong internal communications.
This is an exciting time to join LCRA as we continue to grow and enhance our transmission system. We have an opportunity for an expert, dedicated, professional engineer with experience in structural, mechanical, and/or civil engineering, to be part of our Transmission Line Operations and Maintenance Engineering (TL O&M) team. As an integral member of the TL O&M team, you'll have the chance to use your experience to tackle engineering problems, work closely with field personnel, identify process improvements, and learn new skills. You'll mentor others in your areas of expertise while having the opportunity to learn from others within the LCRA organization.
Modeling & Analytics Program Manager
Austin, TX 78703
Do you have a keen interest for and experience in financial modeling and BI/data visualization analytics projects and applications? Are you skilled at seeing the bigger picture and coordinating multiple projects and initiatives as part of an overall program strategy? If so, please continue reading!
This position is in the Financial Planning and Strategy department. The program manager will assist the VP of Strategic Modeling and Analytics in managing a program portfolio of projects for the Financial Planning Modeling (FPM) and Business Intelligence Reporting (BIR) groups to achieve expanded and improved use of our Anaplan and Oracle Data Visualization applications. We are looking for an energetic, proactive, and focused individual with experience in financial planning and BI analytics reporting concepts and projects, as well as direct, hands-on experience in functional-side application implementations, process organization and documentation, and application and process training. If you have this type of experience and skills, we are interested in hearing from you and encourage you to apply for this position!
Senior Account Manager, Private LTE
Austin, TX 78744
LCRA is looking for an outstanding business development manager to deliver a new private LTE service in Texas. We want someone who is passionate about LCRA’s mission of public service and who enjoys delivering excellence every single day to join our team. LCRA's private LTE network will deliver secure and reliable data and voice communications to critical infrastructure providers and first responders in Central Texas.
