Charles Richter, Jr.

( c h u c k @ d a k o t a r i c h t e r . c o m )

SUMMARY

Experienced energy systems consultant delivering intelligent solutions to the electrical grid. Balancing supply resources with demand using optimization techniques that Improve reliability and reduce consumer costs. Delivering and integrating projects related to deregulated energy market management systems. Expertise in requirements specification; software systems and product development; mathematical modeling; and test development and execution.

PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW

• 2008/2009: Formulated settlement charges for SPP's energy imbalance market and transmission systems; configured and unit-tested settlement charges; integrated settlement equations into a data management and application control system using oracle views, procedures, & tools.
• 2007/2008: Performed unit commitment studies. Assisted with the integration of and testing of software applications to clear ISO-New England's Day Ahead Energy Market. Interfaced with vendor on software issues.
• 2007: Assisted a large hedging firm in the implementation and integration of physical/fundamental based market simulation software designed to improve energy trading decisions.
• 2007: Configured and unit tested settlement charges for PJM's Ancillary Services and RT business services.
• 2006: Transpower (NZ) Market System Project: Specified software designs and testing documents for SCADA data validation application--integrating EMS with Market Systems--and for outage planning studies.
• 2005/2006: CAISO SaMC (Settlement and Market Clearing): Test specification, design and execution at different stages of the CAISO market settlement project.
• 2004: Specified designs and testing documentation to meet a MISO market participant's requirements to support internal business process and end-to-end operations, from to deal capture, to trading, to scheduling and information management, to shadow settlement analysis.
• 2003/2004: Created and exercised test specification for a multi-commodity trading and contract optimization and market interface of a London based market participant in the UK energy market.
• 2003: Managed full solution life cycle (from specification to production rollover) of the market interface between MISO and the MISO control area market participants.
• 2002: Specified security constrained unit commitment (SCUC) enhancements for MISO's LMP energy market.
• 2001: Formulated, developed, tested, & integrated LP-based SPD application to clear SPP's LMP real-time energy market.
• 2000: Technical design descriptions of LMP-based energy markets for AREVA's proposals to ISO-NE & ERCOT.
• 1997: Designed and developed price-based unit commitment software for market participants at epmt.
• 1996: Developed agent-based deregulated auction market simulator at EPRC (Electric Power Research Center).
• 1993-1995: Designed & specified distribution and SCADA systems for municipalities & waste/water treatment plants.
• 1992: Provided on-site support engineering at a nuclear power plant operated by Portland General Electric.

EDUCATION

• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Electric Power). Iowa State University. Graduated in December 1998, Minor: Economics. Dissertation title: Profiting from competition: Financial tools for electric generation companies. Professor: Dr. Gerry Sheble
• MS in Electrical Engineering. Iowa State University. Graduated December 1996 with an excellence in research award. (GPA: 3.65/4.0) Thesis title: Developing electric utility bidding strategies for competitive markets. Professor: Dr. Gerry Sheble
• BS in Electrical Engineering. South Dakota State University. Graduated with honors in May 1992 with a minor in mathematics. (GPA: 3.4/4.0)

HONORS AND AWARDS

• ISU Power System Scholarship
• ISU Excellence in Research Award
• SDSU Center for Power Systems Studies Scholarship
• SDSU Valedictorian Scholarship
• SDSU Dean's list, 3 semesters
• Eta Kappa Nu (Electrical Engineering Honor Society), lifetime member
• South Dakota Regent High School Scholar

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

5/03-1/07, Senior Software/Power Systems Engineer, Operations Group, AREVA T&D. Redmond, WA (Relocated from Bellevue in 2006)

• Worked with customers and engineering team to design SCADA Data Validation applications, Outage Planning Study application, and Load Forecast data handling for Transpower Market System software.
• Provided technical offering write-up using distributed resources (N for one sparing architecture) with RSC and SPD engines for proposal response to ERCOT's Nodal Energy Market RFP.
• Test specification, design and execution for the CAISO Settlement and Market Clearing (SAMC) project.
• Managed project delivery, including supervising a team of several developers (some in Bellevue, some in San Jose) in the design, development and delivery of software solutions for market communication, trade management, and shadow settlement calculation on a redundant windows 2000 server cluster at a Midwest ISO market participant site.
• Led a team of engineers and developers to design, implement and deliver a web-based application to forward energy market messages. Software was installed on over 30 MISO linux-based server clusters. After completion, supported MISO through remote patches, enhancements and on-site testing support.
• Developed a test approach, scripts, and documentation to support customer acceptance for a GENCO asset (physical and financial) optimization application, which included a thermodynamic model of a combined cycle combustion and steam turbine power plant. Held meetings in London with the customer to finalize approach.
• Enhanced and demonstrated applications (including the resource scheduling and commitment application RSC) for potential customers designed for scheduling physical and financial assets, valuing portfolios, and for simulating LMP-based market prices.

4/00-5/03, Power/Market System Engineer, Central Markets Group, ALSTOM ESCA. Bellevue, WA.

• Development of MISO LMP-based Day-ahead market clearing tools, enhancing ALSTOM's product offering to meet MISO requirements, including reliability commitment, jointly owned unit aggregation, etc.
• Directed contractors in the development of course material (Power Point presentations and MS Word documents) for training MISO staff and market participants on market reliability, real-time market activities, and day-ahead activities as per fixed price contract with Midwest ISO.
• Represented ALSTOM at MISO working group meetings in which market designs were vetted and formulated.
• Formulated, designed, and implemented LP-based (using AIMMS and CPLEX) market clearing and dispatch software (SPD) solution for Southwest Power Pool's LMP-based real-time market.
• Documented the technical and functional specifications of ALSTOM's LMP-based market solution in a proposal for the ISO-New England electricity market.
• Demonstrated software solutions (e.g., SPD, RSC) for supporting electricity market operators and market participants.
• Met with potential customers to describe and discuss tools designed for scheduling physical and financial assets, valuing portfolios, and for simulating LMP-based market prices.
• Worked on a team to integrate software packages to provide comprehensive solutions for market participants and market operators.
• Published technical papers and reviewed potential journal and conference articles.

1/99-1/00, Temporary Assistant Professor, Electrical & Computer Eng. Dept. Iowa State University, Ames, IA.

• Fall '99, assisted with Distribution Systems (EE-455) & Steady State Power System Operation (EE-553).
• Summer '99, facilitated EE-590GS: using control theory to model dynamic economic systems.
• Spring '99, taught a freshmen level class, ENGR 162: Introductory Engineering Design with C++.
• Aided in the direction of MS and Ph.D. graduate student research.
• Attended conferences to promote research through paper and panel presentation.
• Participated in Project LEA/RN, a cooperative learning enhancement action/resource network.
• Conducted original research on electricity deregulation using artificial intelligence and economics.

1/95-12/98, Research Assistant, Electrical & Computer Eng. Dept., Iowa State University, Ames, IA.

• Assisted Iowa State and Univ. of Washington researchers with an EPRI sponsored project to develop a commercial Optimal Reliability Centered Maintenance software package for utilities.
• Substitute taught for Math 378: Genetic Algorithm Optimization, EE-251: Introduction to Power Systems, and EE-351: Electrical Machines Laboratory.
• Developed a genetic algorithm based C++ program to aid hospitals in the diagnosis and treatment of various ailments, and tuned the software for alpha testing at healthcare facilities.
• Presented papers and participated in the Complex Adaptive System workgroup organized by Leigh Tesfatsion and Dan Ashlock. Met weekly to discuss topics ranging from simulating economies and ecologies with adaptive agents, to evolving robot controllers.
• Attended numerous conferences, including the 1998 Chicago Risk Management Conference. Organized by the University of Michigan, the conference focused on how to value futures, forwards and options contracts for the emerging deregulated electricity markets.

5/96-8/98, Consultant (Clients: PACE Health Management Systems, Des Moines, IA (later purchased by 3M), and Electric Power Market Training, Ames, IA).

• Developed a Windows 95 graphical user interface for a unit commitment software package using Borland's C++ Builder to epmt's specifications.
• Enhanced, tested, and modified genetic algorithm software used in developing clinical pathways (standardized treatment methods) for use in hospitals. The software is designed to search through large databases and deduce what decisions were made in treating the patients.
• Investigated the use of genetic programming for next version of software.
• Represented clients at the GP96 genetic programming conference at Stanford University, July 1996.

6/93-2/95, Electrical/Project Engineer. Bolton and Menk Engineers, Mankato, MN.

• Designed & specified PLC-based SCADA systems for multi-million dollar water/wastewater treatment systems.
• Created to-scale map of Fairfax, MN's electrical distribution system and drafted using AutoCAD.
• Evaluated medium voltage electrical distribution equipment and made purchase recommendations.
• Sized transformers, starters, conduits, conductors, and circuit protection using 1993 NEC.
• Reviewed shop-drawings for compliance with specifications and original designs.
• Inspected installations at construction site and compared with design.

7/92-3/93, Electrical Design Engineer. Portland General Electric, Trojan Nuclear Power Plant, Portland, OR. (Plant closed in 1993 succumbing to public pressure regarding corroding steam generator tubes.)

• Audited Safety Related solenoid operated valve maintenance program, proposed new procedures.
• Calculated voltage drops on electrical feeders associated with Safety Related equipment ensuring operation.
• Performed quality assurance (QA) engineering evaluations ensuring compliance with NRC regulations.
• Completed INPO certified tech-staff/tech-manager training program three months ahead of schedule.

5/92-7/92, Engineering Assistant. Missouri River Energy Services, Sioux Falls, SD. (Summer Internship)

• Assisted in a transmission line loss study using PSS/e load flow software on a VAX computer system.

5/91-8/91, Electronics Engineer. US Geological Survey - EROS Data Center, Sioux Falls, SD. (Summer Internship)

• Installed and repaired personal computers, peripheral equipment, and computer networks.
• Performed preventive maintenance and diagnostics on computer systems.
• Assisted other electronics engineers as needed in the repair of workstations and mainframe equipment.

8/89-5/92, Computer Hardware/Software Technician. SDSU Computer Services, Brookings, SD. (12-15 hours/week; Work-study Position)

• Assisted customers by answering questions, installing software packages and offering technical advice.
• Installed, repaired, and upgraded IBM compatible and Macintosh computers, printers, and peripherals.
• Maintained mainframe equipment, installed printer LANs, and assisted in maintenance of computer networks.

REFEREED/JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

• Balijepalli, N., Venkata, S.S., Richter, C.W., Jr., Christie, R.D. and Longo, V.J. "Distribution system reliability assessment due to lightning storms," IEEE Transactions on Power Delivery, Volume 20, Issue 3. pp 338- 342. ISSN: 0885-8977. July 25, 2005.
• Petrov, V., Kumar, J., and Richter, C., "An ISO Market Settlement Design Validation Approach using Probabilistic Market Simulation Study Techniques," proceedings of PMAPS, 2004 International Conference (12-16 Sept. 2004), pp 338- 342. ISBN: 0-9761319-1-9.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "A Profit-Based Unit Commitment GA for the Competitive Environment." Published in the IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 1999.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr., Gerald B. Sheble, and Dan Ashlock. "Comprehensive Bidding Strategies with Genetic Programming/Finite State Automata." PE-030-PWRS-0-10-1998, IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 1998.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr., Dan Ashlock, and Gerald B. Sheble. "Effects of Tree Size and State Number on GP-Automata Bidding Strategies." Presented at the 1998 Conference on Genetic Programming, Madison, WI.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "Genetic Algorithm Evolution of Utility Bidding Strategies for the Competitive Marketplace." PE-752-PWRS-1-05-1997, IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, Vol. 13, No. 1, February 1998.
• Dan Ashlock and Charles Richter. "The Effects of Splitting Populations on Bidding Strategies." Presented at the 1997 Conference on Genetic Programming, held at Stanford University, California.

CONFERENCE PAPERS

• Charles W. Richter, Jr., Avnaesh Jayantilal, and Jayant Kumar, "Improving Market Participant Strategies with FTR Options," presented at Power Industry Computer Applications 2001 in Sydney, Australia.
• James Nicolaisen, Charles W. Richter, Jr., and Gerald B. Sheble, "Price Signal Analysis for Competitive Electric Generation Companies." Presented at the DRPT 2000 Conference held in April 2000 in London.
• V. T. Petrov, Charles W. Richter, Jr., and Gerald B. Sheble, "Predatory Gaming Strategies for Electric Power Markets." Presented at the DRPT 2000 Conference held in April 2000 in London.
• Derek W. Lane, Charles W. Richter, Jr., and Gerald B. Sheble, "Modeling and Evaluating Electricity Options Markets with Intelligent Agents." Presented at the DRPT 2000 Conference held in April 2000 in London.
• James Nicolaisen, Chuck Richter, and Gerald Sheble, "Determining Electricity Market Share with Chaos." Presented at the 1999 North American Power Symposium held in San Luis Obispo, CA.
• Hao Wu, Charles W. Richter, Jr., and Gerald B. Sheble, "Optimal Control Applied to the Transmission Investment Strategy Problem." Presented at the 1999 North American Power Symposium held in San Luis Obispo, CA.
• V. Petrov, C.W. Richter, and G. B. Sheble, "Economically Destabilizing Electric Power Markets for Profit." Presented at the 1999 North American Power Symposium held in San Luis Obispo, CA.
• Derek W. Lane, Charles W. Richter, Jr., and Gerald B. Sheble, "Modeling Dynamic Electricity Markets with Intelligent Agent Based Economics." Presented at the 1999 North American Power Symposium held in San Luis Obispo, CA.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "A Profit-Based Unit Commitment GA for Uncertain Price and Demand Forecasts." Presented at 1998 North American Power Symposium.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr., and Gerald B. Sheble. "Bidding Strategies that Minimize Risk with Options and Futures Contracts." Presented April 1998, at the American Power Conference in Chicago.
• Mona T. Bisat, Charles W. Richter, and Gerald B. Sheble. "Using Adaptive Agents to Study Bilateral Contracts and Trade Networks." Presented at the 1998 Conference on Genetic Programming held in Madison, WI.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "Building Fuzzy Bidding Strategies for the Competitive Generator." Presented at 1997 North American Power Symposium in Laramie, Wyoming.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "Fuzzy Logic Control of Automatic Generation Control." Presented at the 1996 North American Power Symposium.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr., Tim Maifeld, and Gerald B. Sheble. "Genetic Algorithm Development of a Healthcare Expert System." Presented at the 1995 Midwest Electro-Technology Conference.

ADDITIONAL PRESENTATIONS, BOOK CHAPTERS & SEMINARS

• Charles W. Richter, Jr. "Developing GENCO Market Strategies with Complex Adaptive Systems," power systems seminar presented at North Dakota State University 12/6/1999, Arizona State University 9/13/1999, University of Waterloo, 5/12/1999, Kansas State 3/19/1999, and Iowa State University 2/16/1999.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "Building and Evaluating GENCO Bidding Strategies and Unit Commitment Schedules with Genetic Algorithms," a chapter for a book on Unit Commitment. Edited by Benjamin Hobbs, Kluwer Academic Publishers: Boston, MA.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. "Generation Control: Economic Dispatch and Unit Commitment," a book chapter written for Encyclopedia on Power Systems, editors Leo Grigsby and Bruce Wollenberg, CRC Press, 2000.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. "Evolutionary Game Theory: Interactive Market Decisions with Adaptive Agents," for Gerry Sheble' in the PICA99 Intelligent Systems for the Deregulated Electricity Environment panel session, Santa Clara, CA.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald Sheble. "Evolving Low Risk Adaptive Bidding Strategies," poster paper presented at the 1998 IEEE PES Summer Meeting in San Diego, CA.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. and Gerald B. Sheble. "Evolving Adaptive Bidding Strategies and Managing Risk with Futures, Options, and Fuzzy Logic," presented to the sponsors of the Electric Power Research Center at ISU, April 1998.
• Charles W. Richter, Jr. "Computer Applications in Power Systems at Iowa State University," presented for Gerry Sheble in the Multimedia in power systems research and education panel session, 1997 IEEE PES Winter Meeting, NYC.

SKILLS

• Skilled in Microsoft Office products including Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, and MS Project.
• Fluent in English. Knowledge of Spanish.
• Proficient user of IBM compatible PCs, Macintosh, LINUX and UNIX workstations.
• Familiar with network snooping, computer network & internet security, building firewalls, etc.
• Competent in C/C++, Java, PHP, PL/SQL, FORTRAN, Visual Basic computer languages.
• User of Oracle SQL Developer, MATLAB, Mathematica, CPLEX and AIMMS 3rd-party tools.

REGISTRATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

• National Electrical Code certification
• E-I-T South Dakota certification E-6489
• INPO certification, National Academy for Nuclear Sciences Training
• IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers), member since 1989
• Private Pilot Single Engine Land VFR certification