Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.     AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.     We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.  Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.    If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.  The Salt Lake City Remote Operating Control Center (ROCC) is currently seeking a Control Room Operator to remotely monitor the operation of a large renewable asset portfolio across various regions, particularly, CAISO and WECC. The current portfolio is diverse, comprised of Wind, Solar, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and Solar + Battery systems.  Under limited supervision of a Control Room Team Lead, Control Room Operator will monitor and control electronic computer and peripheral electronic data processing equipment to process data and remotely operate wind turbine generators, solar sites and battery systems. The successful candidate will have experience in control room operations, the power industry, record of working rotating/swing shifts, and demonstrated ability to work in high performing teams under limited supervision.  This position involves remotely monitoring and operating generation units in various states from our ROCC located in Salt Lake City, UT. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: <ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of a growing fleet of utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS assets</li><li>Monitor portfolio via SCADA system for asset faults, errors, alarms, site underperformance and notify/dispatch appropriate parties if faults cannot be reset/cleared.</li><li>Adjust plant operating parameters (Real Power Generation, Voltage, Power Factor) as directed by the Balancing Authority, Transmission Operator, and Operations Management.</li><li>Make required operational reports to various grid entities (Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator, Balancing Authority, Scheduling Coordinators).</li><li>Communicate with and dispatch field O&amp;M personnel for troubleshooting site equipment.</li><li>Coordinate outage support and energy isolation with field O&amp;M personnel and TOP.</li><li>Develop and manage outage schedules and forecasting activities.</li><li>Interact frequently with cross-functional teams across the AES organization and with other external organizations.</li><li>Create and track corrective maintenance tickets, with prior experience using SAP.</li><li>Contribute to the development of plant-specific operating procedures incorporating all requirements from NERC, PPA’s, IA’s and relevant Functional Entities.</li><li>Assist in the onboarding and integration of new generation assets.</li><li>Contribute to a strict culture of regulatory compliance.</li><li>Obtain and maintain certifications that may be needed for further Control Center needs (i.e., NERC or PJM Certification).      Not currently required.</li><li>Participate in safety activities including weather monitoring and routine &amp; emergency response communications.</li><li>Interact with customers on issues related to asset performance and reliability.</li><li>Record information such as fault time, fault code, and operational actions taken while on shift.</li><li>Maintain logbooks within compliance with industry standards and best practices.</li></ul> Skills and Qualifications:<ul><li>2+ years’ experience in control center operations, preferably in utility scale renewable energy assets</li><li>3-5 years in the Power Generation Industry (Power Plant or Renewable Operations, I&amp;C, Field Maintenance, Electrician, Power Plant operations, or Military Operations)</li><li>Familiarity with electrical substation safety protocol, equipment, and operations</li><li>Familiarity with NERC standards and impact on operations (VAR, COM, EOP, PER, PRC, TOP)</li><li>Competency in plant processes, electrical and SCADA systems</li><li>Ability to strictly follow operating procedures, without exception</li><li>Familiarity with the maintenance and operations of solar, wind, and Battery Energy Storage generation assets</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to manage critical situations</li><li>Willingness to undergo regular training to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations</li><li>Reliable, punctual and capable of being trusted with significant taskings while maintaining integrity while unsupervised</li><li>Ability to thrive within a small, agile and fast-growing team</li><li>Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills</li><li>High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams)</li><li>Able to work effectively under pressure with multiple priorities.</li><li>Ability to function in a high-paced environment</li><li>Ability to remain calm and collective during stressful situations</li><li>Experience with documentation control systems: SharePoint, Docushare, SAP, etc.</li><li>Experience creating, editing and documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS).</li><li>Ability to make independent decisions, adapt to responsibility, and follow direct instructions.</li><li>Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.</li><li>Must have experience with data acquisition and SCADA.</li><li>Ability to establish trust through building relationships and demonstration of capabilities.</li><li>Familiarity with LOTO practices, Electric Switchgear switching, &amp; Electrical Isolations experience preferred.</li><li>Good safety awareness &amp; practices</li></ul>AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it&rsquo;s a space for innovation and partnership. With this transformation comes a responsibility to work with a smarter approach, new thinking informed by past experiences, and with stronger collaboration between regulators and innovators, old systems and new technologies. At AES, we partner with our organizations from industries of every kind, across all markets and at every stage of development, and we&rsquo;ve been doing it for decades. We know that every organization is at a unique place in their energy journey. A one-size fits all approach using outdated technology isn&rsquo;t going to cut it. When you work with AES, you can expect to work in partnership with us to create innovative, customized energy solutions that deliver the most value to you and your energy goals while empowering the growth of your business. Want to join us? We&rsquo;re looking for people to join us on that journey and care more about who you are than what&rsquo;s on your resum&eacute;. Coming from all walks of life, our people share a passion for improving lives by improving the energy sector through innovation, collaboration and action. At AES, we invest in your development and empower you to continuously improve because we know when you&rsquo;re at your best, that&rsquo;s when we&rsquo;ll make the greatest impact. We are AES. Come join us, and let&rsquo;s accelerate the future of energy, together.&nbsp;

ROCC Operator

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries.     AES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide.     We are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.  Our spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry.    If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.  The Salt Lake City Remote Operating Control Center (ROCC) is currently seeking a Control Room Operator to remotely monitor the operation of a large renewable asset portfolio across various regions, particularly, CAISO and WECC. The current portfolio is diverse, comprised of Wind, Solar, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), and Solar + Battery systems.  Under limited supervision of a Control Room Team Lead, Control Room Operator will monitor and control electronic computer and peripheral electronic data processing equipment to process data and remotely operate wind turbine generators, solar sites and battery systems. The successful candidate will have experience in control room operations, the power industry, record of working rotating/swing shifts, and demonstrated ability to work in high performing teams under limited supervision.  This position involves remotely monitoring and operating generation units in various states from our ROCC located in Salt Lake City, UT. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: <ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day operations of a growing fleet of utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS assets</li><li>Monitor portfolio via SCADA system for asset faults, errors, alarms, site underperformance and notify/dispatch appropriate parties if faults cannot be reset/cleared.</li><li>Adjust plant operating parameters (Real Power Generation, Voltage, Power Factor) as directed by the Balancing Authority, Transmission Operator, and Operations Management.</li><li>Make required operational reports to various grid entities (Reliability Coordinator, Transmission Operator, Balancing Authority, Scheduling Coordinators).</li><li>Communicate with and dispatch field O&amp;M personnel for troubleshooting site equipment.</li><li>Coordinate outage support and energy isolation with field O&amp;M personnel and TOP.</li><li>Develop and manage outage schedules and forecasting activities.</li><li>Interact frequently with cross-functional teams across the AES organization and with other external organizations.</li><li>Create and track corrective maintenance tickets, with prior experience using SAP.</li><li>Contribute to the development of plant-specific operating procedures incorporating all requirements from NERC, PPA’s, IA’s and relevant Functional Entities.</li><li>Assist in the onboarding and integration of new generation assets.</li><li>Contribute to a strict culture of regulatory compliance.</li><li>Obtain and maintain certifications that may be needed for further Control Center needs (i.e., NERC or PJM Certification).      Not currently required.</li><li>Participate in safety activities including weather monitoring and routine &amp; emergency response communications.</li><li>Interact with customers on issues related to asset performance and reliability.</li><li>Record information such as fault time, fault code, and operational actions taken while on shift.</li><li>Maintain logbooks within compliance with industry standards and best practices.</li></ul> Skills and Qualifications:<ul><li>2+ years’ experience in control center operations, preferably in utility scale renewable energy assets</li><li>3-5 years in the Power Generation Industry (Power Plant or Renewable Operations, I&amp;C, Field Maintenance, Electrician, Power Plant operations, or Military Operations)</li><li>Familiarity with electrical substation safety protocol, equipment, and operations</li><li>Familiarity with NERC standards and impact on operations (VAR, COM, EOP, PER, PRC, TOP)</li><li>Competency in plant processes, electrical and SCADA systems</li><li>Ability to strictly follow operating procedures, without exception</li><li>Familiarity with the maintenance and operations of solar, wind, and Battery Energy Storage generation assets</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to manage critical situations</li><li>Willingness to undergo regular training to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant operations</li><li>Reliable, punctual and capable of being trusted with significant taskings while maintaining integrity while unsupervised</li><li>Ability to thrive within a small, agile and fast-growing team</li><li>Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills</li><li>High level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams)</li><li>Able to work effectively under pressure with multiple priorities.</li><li>Ability to function in a high-paced environment</li><li>Ability to remain calm and collective during stressful situations</li><li>Experience with documentation control systems: SharePoint, Docushare, SAP, etc.</li><li>Experience creating, editing and documenting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPS).</li><li>Ability to make independent decisions, adapt to responsibility, and follow direct instructions.</li><li>Must be able to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.</li><li>Must have experience with data acquisition and SCADA.</li><li>Ability to establish trust through building relationships and demonstration of capabilities.</li><li>Familiarity with LOTO practices, Electric Switchgear switching, &amp; Electrical Isolations experience preferred.</li><li>Good safety awareness &amp; practices</li></ul>AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

ROCC Operator

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