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4P Consulting Inc

Power Systems Coordinator 3 4P/342

4P Consulting Inc, Gulfport, Mississippi, United States, 39500

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Power Systems Coordinator Location:

Gulfport, MS

Contract- 3 Years

Client- Mississippi Power Position Overview

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).