SCADA Engineer (EMS software Dev and AGC)

13 Jul 2024

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Job Description:Market and Plant Operations IT team desires to hire an individual for the EMS/SCADA team, which is responsible for the operations, reliability, & development of the client EMS application system, remote RTU interfaces and custom applications. This individual will support Energy Management System (EMS) projects, develop Aapplications, and provide operational support for Generation Dispatch business. They will work in a team environment to deliver technology solutions and support the needs of clients power generation and supporting service organizations. This individual will have operational responsibilities as well as project deliverables.Responsibilities:• Develop new and enhanced system functionality including custom code and packaged application configuration.• Ensure the successful transition from development to operations including operations procedures and tools such as EMS database points, reports, and automated monitoring.• Lead the development of prototypes/proofs of concept to validate key business requirements.• Plan, develop, implement, and manage user acceptance and deployment of system changes. • Engage with hardware and software vendors as well as professional service providers to solve problems and deliver solutions.• Develop and execute implementation plans including installation of new hardware and software, user training, and post-implementation system monitoring.• Facilitate requirements gathering efforts and clearly document system requirements.• Facilitate the evaluation of available alternatives and the decision-making process. May include software selection efforts, architectural design reviews, etc.• Documentation and execution of comprehensive unit, integration, and system test scripts. Facilitate capturing issues identified in testing and ensure their resolution prior to implementation.• Collaborate with team members and operational groups to identify and prioritize/reprioritize work when necessary.• Develop strong working relationships with individuals at all levels of company, operations, and IT applications and infrastructure teams.• Sets clear objectives and measures. Communicates objectives and progress toward objectives.• Work with leadership to identify opportunities to improve and enhance our systems in support of strategic business objectives.• Anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; have broad knowledge and perspective; can link organizational strategy to corporate and client strategies; act as a thought leader with clients in developing business strategies; think out-of-the box; challenge the status quo by asking what if.• Willingness to work hours as necessary, especially during critical issue resolution and milestone time periods.Education:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university desired. (Computer Science, MIS, or Engineering preferred).• Advanced technical degree or MBA considered a plus.Experience:• Minimum of five years experience in EMS software development, Acoding and associated technical support• Relevant technical experience with at least some of the following technologies:o EMS DNP3, Modbus, ICCP and OPC protocolso Automatic Generation Control (AGC) experience.o Ranger/NMRx/NM EMS Database development and operations experienceo Applications developmento OSI PI data integrationo Plant Control Systems / Technologies• Familiar with EMS/GMS architecture, software and displays• Familiarity with Tibco messaging platform• Linux, HPUX, Unix experience and ability to script as needed• Knowledge of Software Configuration Management discipline and systems change management processes• Experience successfully delivering project activities as part of a team, as a technical resource and/or technical lead• Knowledgeable and able to adhere to NERC CIP regulations• Experience with Wholesale Generation business desiredPersonal Skills:• Ability to resolve production system issues, pull in required resources collaboratively across teams, and manage the issue to completion• Ability to work independently in a team setting to support, develop and maintain applications• Effectively communicates with team members, clients, and sponsors. Able to establish credibility by appealing to reason and using research, data, facts and figures; able to build support for ideas; win concessions or resolve problems without damaging relationships• Ability to manage multiple efforts simultaneously.• Excellent troubleshooting and problem resolution skills.• Strong written, verbal communications skills.• Ability to thrive in a challenging, fast-paced environment• Detail oriented, self-starter with strong interpersonal skills• Ability to lead technical design, installation, and development efforts• Ability to create functional specific documentation to drive system changesOther Requirements:• Must be willing to travel as needed• Hybrid position with open office atmosphere• Must be willing to be in a team on-call rotation for business support

  • ID: #44046378
  • State: Texas Houston 77001 Houston USA
  • City: Houston
  • Salary: Depends on Experience
  • Job type: Contract
  • Showed: 2022-07-13
  • Deadline: 2022-09-10
  • Category: Et cetera