Job Description Mid-Senior SCADA/EMS Operations Analyst (T&D and Substation Operations) Austin, TX area - 4/10 Schedule & Relocation Assistance Available
A Transmission & Distribution Company with wide scale electrical utility infrastructure operations across Texas is going through a transformational growth phase that includes the addition of EMS/SCADA Operations Analyst. The role will work on a team tasked with the development and operations of EMS/SCADA systems for a new transmission control center as a first step in doubling the company's capital infrastructure in Texas.
It is a core hire for a rapidly growing business unit of the company that will help create, implement, and maintain Energy Management System (EMS) and SCADA applications. This role will be tasked with building a new EMS/SCADA operations system from the ground up including installation of software/hardware equipment, display, and control design. Following build out of the new system you will ensure 24/7 operations and maintenance of the EMS/SCADA system.
They have been around for over 70 years and offer a working environment that provides stability and career growth opportunities. The scope of their operations includes transmission (t-line), regional control centers, and distribution systems with interconnects to various renewable energy technology platforms.
The position comes with a solid compensation package that includes competitive hourly pay + OT/double time, biannual bonus, health benefits, and doubledigit 401k match program RESPONSIBILITIES: The Operations SCADA EMS Analyst / SCADA EMS Administrator acts as a subject matter expert (SME) for database modeling, EMS/SCADA system migration, and system interface development The Operations SCADA EMS Analyst / SCADA EMS Administrator leads the OSI Monarch SCADA buildout, application development, and system training initiatives for the Transmission System Control Center Operations Team The Operations SCADA EMS Analyst / SCADA EMS Administrator advises on SCADA/EMS communication protocols such as MODBUS, DNP and ICCP The Operations SCADA EMS Analyst / SCADA EMS Administrator takes ownership of the SCADA point-to-point checkout process which may includes modification, updates, and configuration of protective relay setting in SEL RTAC / SEL AcSELerator The Operations SCADA EMS Analyst / SCADA EMS Administrator supports IT Engineering initiatives around LAN/WAN, TCP/IP communication, and SCADA communication paths QUALIFICATIONS: SCADA EMS experience working with the OSI SCADA platforms to support electrical utility operations & substation/transmission communication systems Familiarity with GE AEMS Reliance, OSI Monarch, or related EMS/SCADA platforms Ability to install, troubleshoot, configure, and update EMS/SCADA software/hardware Ability to perform display development/migration, database modeling in SQL (or similar), and point to point checkouts Working knowledge of SCADA RTU relay configuration, maintenance, or commissioning of high voltage systems Experience interfacing with SCADA, RTU, SEL AcSELerator, SEL RTAC, Line Communication, & Line Relaying Systems Understanding of NERC and ERCOT reliability standards; NERC System Operator Certification a HUGE PLUS Candidates with previous work experience in the following roles would be ideal: SCADA Technician, SCADA Analyst, SCADA Engineer, SCADA Specialist, P&C Communication Specialist, SCADA Relay Technician, SCADA Protection & Controls Technician, EMMS Admin, EMS Administrator, EMS Operational Analyst
