EMS Engineer - SCADA, OT & Cybersecurity Expert

ElectriCities of NC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc. is seeking an Energy Management Systems (EMS) Engineer to support the reliable operation, administration, and security of SCADA, telemetry, load management, and distributed generation monitoring systems.

The role focuses on keeping real-time operational systems accurate, available, secure, and responsive for System Operations. You will collaborate with ElectriCities departments, participants, utilities, vendors, and consultants to optimize system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, engineering technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in electric utility, system operations, SCADA/telemetry, cybersecurity, or related technical environment.
• Working knowledge of utility operations, energy management systems, SCADA/telemetry systems, communications networks, cybersecurity practices, databases, and related OT.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, evaluate alternatives, support system improvements, and make sound decisions in routine and time-sensitive operational situations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, initiative, reliability, and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration, maintenance, and improvement of energy management, SCADA, telemetry, load management, distributed generation monitoring, and related communications systems.
• Monitor and support system reliability, data accuracy, cybersecurity, integration, and business continuity for operational technology systems.
• Provide technical and engineering support for operational systems, field equipment integration, metering and communications interfaces, database and reporting needs, and system enhancements that support Power Agency operations.
• Work collaboratively with ElectriCities departments, participants, utilities, vendors, and consultants to support system performance and operational priorities.
• Participate in a rotating after-hours support program, serving as a technical resource during operational events, emergency response activities, equipment issues, and other time-sensitive situations requiring sound engineering & operational judgment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

SCADA/telemetry knowledge

Cybersecurity practices

Troubleshooting skills

Communication & teamwork

Operational systems understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field

Job description

ElectriCities of North Carolina, Inc. is seeking an Energy Management Systems (EMS) Engineer to support the reliable operation, administration, and security of SCADA, telemetry, load management, and distributed generation monitoring systems.

The role focuses on keeping real-time operational systems accurate, available, secure, and responsive for System Operations. You will collaborate with ElectriCities departments, participants, utilities, vendors, and consultants to optimize system