About the Role
MG3 Energy is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Real-Time Energy Operator to support the daily scheduling, monitoring, and dispatch of distributed generation assets in ERCOT. This role is central to our market-facing operations and requires in-office presence to manage real-time communications with ERCOT, follow market protocols, and execute on-site reliability services.
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Requirements
Monitor and operate MG3 Energy’s generation assets in coordination with ERCOT protocols and Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE) responsibilities.
Submit daily resource plans (COPs), manage telemetry, and ensure compliance with ERCOT Nodal Protocols.
Manage scheduling, outages, bids/offers, and performance reporting.
Respond to grid events, curtailments, and ancillary services instructions in real-time.
Coordinate with project managers and engineers to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
Maintain logs, generate reports, and support settlement validation.
Serve as a primary point of contact for ERCOT, TDSPs, and asset operators during operational hours.
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in ERCOT operations, grid dispatch, or generation asset control.
Familiarity with ERCOT’s QSE role, Nodal Protocols, and SCED/RTM concepts.
Experience using ERCOT Market Information Systems (MIS), XML, or API-based interfaces.
Strong attention to detail, reliability, and ability to manage stress in real-time decision-making environments.
Willingness to work on-site and potentially in rotating shifts as operations expand.
NERC certification or ERCOT operator training a plus.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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About the Company
Moving energy forward. Moving you forward.
At MG3 Energy, we deliver innovative resiliency solutions and strategic consulting that empower businesses and utilities to thrive as the energy landscape evolves. With services like Resiliency-as-a-Service and expert financial and engineering guidance, we help our clients achieve energy strategies that are reliable, cost-effective, and future-ready.
Join us and power your career while helping build a more resilient energy future.
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