Jae Wook Choi
Chantilly,VA
Summary
Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with a strong analytical mindset and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates a solid foundation in electrical power systems and proficiency in utilizing SCADA systems and other relevant software. Dedicated to ensuring consistent and reliable power distribution while actively contributing to operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Electric Distribution Operator I
Dominion Energy
11.2023 - Current
- Actively supported Data Center energization procedures through preparing and executing switching orders safely and efficiently.
- Created and fostered strong professional relationships with various department representatives through transparent communication regarding planned and emergency projects.
- Cooperate and maintain open communication with Grid Planning, Key Accounts, Substations, Relay, and Reliability groups to ensure the most efficient method to execute projects and contingency plans.
- Prepared the most amount of switching order steps amongst all operators in all three ROC's in the first year at NWROC.
System Operator III
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Managed a portfolio of the Top 20 Worst Performing Circuits, Hot Spot Infrared Inspections, Momentary Average Interruption Frequency Index (MAIFI), and Contractor Work Allocation reports which decreased System Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI) report by ~10 in 2022-2023.
- Played an active role in the reliability project; worked closely with the Department Manager to lead the operations team into focusing on reliability studies by analyzing previous outage reports.
- Cooperated with the Department Manager and Supervisors to formulate maintenance and reliability plans to lower the outage minutes of the system. Effectively wrote over 100 issue-free switching orders to grant clearances for maintenance, reliability, and emergency responses.
- Performed load studies with Distribution Engineers on distribution substation circuits using SCADA and eDNA and corrected the load imbalance on the distribution system (12.5kV-34.5kV).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
George Mason University
Fairfax, VA12.2020
Skills
- SCADA System Management
- Electrical Engineering Knowledge
- Power System Analysis
- Client Support
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Prioritization and Scheduling
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Verbal and Written Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Relationship Building
- Self Motivation
Relevant Skills
- Swiftly adapted to Dominion Energy's switching rules and procedures after working at a different power company for three years.
- Boost system performance by thoroughly evaluating and correcting different hardware and software issues on NMS, DDM, and ADMS SCADA.
- Strong knowledge of the electric distribution network from the customer meter to the transmission delivery points at the substation level.
- Quick and fluid professional interpersonal skills which allows seamless conversations on all methods of communication.
Timeline
Electric Distribution Operator I
Dominion Energy
11.2023 - Current
System Operator III
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)
02.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
George Mason University
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