EMS Administrator I

Arizona-G; Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona-G in Benson, AZ seeks an EMS/SCADA Engineer to plan, develop and implement the EMS system and to train users. You will analyze power system topology, support System Control and Dispatch, and enhance after-the-fact systems and processes.

Responsibilities include maintaining the EMS Historian, generating analyses and reports, and supporting integration projects. A Bachelor's in CS/EE and 0–2 years in related fields are typical for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, EE or related field.
• 0–2 years in EMS/SCADA or similar operational environments.
• Experience in system administration.
• Understanding Linux-based OS and programming languages (Python, Bash, C++).
• Knowledge of databases concepts and historical data handling.
• Familiar with EMS, substation topologies, RTUs and protocols (DNP3, Modbus).
• NERC CIP standards and change control experience preferred.
• Windows operating systems knowledge at a basic level.
• Server software understanding and enterprise applications.
• SQL backups, restores and permissions knowledge.
• Network design and administration understanding.
• Strong communications skills; equivalent experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop and implement the EMS System with proper integration.
• Develop and maintain the EMS Historian, displays, analyses and reports.
• Develop and maintain system reliability reports.
• Support integration efforts across teams.
• Document data center and server configurations.
• Provide customer service and technical support.

Skills

EMS/SCADA

Linux

Python

Bash

C++

SQL

Network administration

Windows

DNP3

Modbus

NERC CIP

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Purpose:

Provides technical direction: plans, develops and implements the EMS. This position also includes the training of users on the EMS system. Analyzes power system topology and other relevant data in support of System Control and Dispatch. Develop and modify as needed computer-based systems to support the following operations and after the fact systems, processes and people; Control System/Energy Management, Marketing, Engineering and Billing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in:
  • Working with EMS/SCADA systems or similar Operational Environments
  • System Administration
• Understanding in Linux based Operating Systems and supporting program languages (Python, Bash, C++, etc.)
• Understanding of database design concepts and historical database algorithms
• Familiar with Energy Management Systems as well as working knowledge of substation topologies, remote terminal units, and associated protocols (DNP3, Modbus, etc.).
• Experience in the NERC CIP Standards and change control concepts
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating systems
• Understanding of and competence with server software.
• Knowledge of servers and software applications in use across the enterprise.
• Understanding of creation and modification of SQL backups, database restores and database permissions.
• Understanding of network design and network administration.
• Strong communications skills desired
• Any equivalent combination of related education, training, and/or experience can be substituted for requirements listed above.

ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, develop and implement the EMS System, ensuring that all systems are properly integrated.
• Develop and maintain the EMS Historian system, including its displays, analyses, and reports.
• Develop and maintain system reliability reports.
• Support integration efforts
• Documenting data center and server configurations.
• Customer service and technical support.