Jose Gracia
About Jose Gracia
Jose Gracia is the Manager of the Electricity Delivery R&D Program at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2008. He has previous experience at the Tennessee Valley Authority, where he served as Senior Advisor to the EVP of Power System Operations and managed the Power System Optimization Project.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Jose Gracia serves as the Manager of the Electricity Delivery R&D Program at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2008, contributing to advancements in electricity delivery systems and research initiatives. His role involves overseeing various projects aimed at improving the efficiency and reliability of power systems.
Previous Experience at Tennessee Valley Authority
Before his current position, Jose Gracia worked at the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) in multiple roles. He served as the Senior Advisor to the Executive Vice President of Power System Operations from 2006 to 2008. Prior to that, he was the Manager of the Power System Optimization Project from 2003 to 2006, where he focused on enhancing the performance of power systems.
Educational Background in Electrical Engineering and Business
Jose Gracia holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from the University of Florida, where he studied from 1973 to 1976. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) from Virginia Tech, completing his studies in 1977. Additionally, he earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Emory University's Goizueta Business School in 1994, focusing on finance, marketing, and strategy.
Expertise in Power Systems
With extensive experience in electrical engineering and power systems, Jose Gracia has developed a strong expertise in electricity delivery and optimization. His educational background and professional roles have equipped him with the skills necessary to lead research and development initiatives in the energy sector.