Communications Consultant

Hi-Tech Solutions; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Philadelphia seeks a skilled technical support specialist to provide critical assistance for SCADA functions. The role entails troubleshooting communications, building displays, and collaborating with software vendors. Candidates should possess strong skills in electrical theory, computer literacy, and knowledge of communication networks. Effective communication and the ability to work independently are essential. Join a dedicated team in enhancing system model compliance and data management procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for DMS SCADA functions including Display building and Database verification.
• Investigate problems, test Communications and data flow, and assist field technicians.
• Work with software vendors to resolve application issues.
• Ensure effective use of applications for power system modeling.
• Perform data entry and manipulation using MS Office tools.

Skills

Computer literacy including MS Office Tools

Technical understanding of Electrical theory

Excellent Communication Skills

Understanding of Communication Networks

Knowledge of standard communications protocols

Troubleshooting skills

Working knowledge of SCADA Systems

Computer analysis skills

Job description

Qualifications

• Excellent Computer literacy including MS Office Tools
• Solid technical understanding of Electrical theory
• Excellent Communication Skills and good team player
• Excellent understanding of Communication Networks including analog and digital circuits
• Strong knowledge of standard communications protocols including DNP
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently
• Working knowledge of SCADA Systems and/or CAD a strong plus
• Proven record of computer analysis skills a strong plus

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

Provide support for DMS SCADA functions including: Display building, Data Base building, Display and Database verification. Investigate problems, test Communications and data flow, Analyze Protocol messages and assist field technicians with troubleshooting and related data interfaces. Work with the software vendor to investigate and resolve problems with the applications. Provide technical support for the Distribution Automation functions and data model. Work with Transmission Operations to determine appropriate modeling of the power system, investigate solution issues, and coordinate, implement, and validate changes to the model. Work with users to ensure effective and appropriate use of the various applications involved with this process. Perform data entry and manipulation using MS Office tools as required to maintain the communication team daily report. Work with external organizations to communicate updates to the PECO system model, and to collect external system information required for PECO model. Provide NERC CIP Compliance support as needed.

Additional Information

Adam Abas - Senior Technical Recruiter

Hi-Tech Solutions, Inc. (HTS)