Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The City of Austin is seeking an EMS/ADMS SCADA Analyst I to join their Control Engineering Data Engineering group at Austin Energy. This role provides real-time operational support for SCADA/EMS systems, ensuring reliability and compliance with regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Assists with support of 24/7 real-time control system integrity for the Transmission and Distribution SCADA Systems and their network and system infrastructures
- Assists with the daily operation and maintenance of the Electric Grid SCADA (EMS and ADMS) control systems and their network and system infrastructures
- Coordinates and communicates with system operations, dispatchers, engineers and field crews to troubleshoot any EMS/ADMS or Network system issues
- Ensures compliance with applicable NERC, FERC and ERCOT Reliability standards including critical infrastructure protection (CIP) standards
- Develops and implements System’s enhancements or modifications requested by stakeholders
- Communicates activity status to customers and management when performing daily work activities
- Researches and performs sample data analysis utilizing system logs and historical data from ICS (Industrial Control Systems)
- Reviews, performs, and documents assigned compliance program related activities
- Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers
Skills
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job
- Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years
- Knowledge of power systems and control systems within an electrical utility for transmission and distribution
- Knowledge of NERC/CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Standards
- Knowledge of hardware, software, and network infrastructure including the TCP/IP Network and the 7 Layer OSI Model
- Knowledge of various ICS (Industrial Control System) communication protocols and data visualization tools or HMI
- Skill in organizing and executing multiple tasks effectively and efficiently
- Skill in adapting and learning third party software tools for ICS
- Skill in operating Windows OS client and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to understand and interpret complex database design
- Ability to follow ISO 9001 or other Quality Standardized Processes
- Ability to perform guided systems testing of specification requirements
- Ability to effectively participate in multiple projects or project capacities in a team environment
- Ability to work in a 24/7 environment and response within adequate time
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public
- Experience creating displays in Electric Utility Control Systems
- Knowledge or experience of configuring, managing, and maintaining real time databases for Energy Management Systems (EMS)
- Knowledge or experience of communicating and coordinating the lab testing and commissioning of communications for field devices with field technicians
- Knowledge or experience of configuring distributed network protocol 3 (DNP3) points in the EMS
- Knowledge or experience of running power flow and electrical model
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision
- Paid leave time
- A highly competitive retirement plan
- Career development opportunities
- 40 Hour Work Week (Hybrid Available)
- Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure
- Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support
- Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities
- Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration
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