EMS Modeling Engineer

TRC Companies, Inc.; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 87,422 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off, up to 25 days per year

Minimum of 8 paid holidays per year

Job summary

TRC Companies, Inc. is seeking an EMS Modeling Engineer to join our team in Matthews, NC. The successful candidate will support modeling and application tasks using GE eTerra SCADA systems and manage network modeling for transmission areas.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's in a relevant engineering field, along with 3-5 years of applicable experience. We offer a competitive salary range between $87,422.40 and $120,000.00 annually along with diverse benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in GE eTerra / Alstom Grid environment.
• Bachelor's degree required in relevant engineering field.
• Ability to perform modeling and display building tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support EMS modeling and applications using GE eTerra SCADA.
• Perform network modeling for internal transmission areas.
• Conduct SCADA cleanup tasks including database maintenance.

Skills

GE eTerra / Alstom Grid / GE Habitat experience

SCADA communication protocols

Modeling and display building

Computer/programming/scripting familiarity

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

GE FG Display Builder

GE e-terraSource

Job description

Overview

Will consider candidates near other TRC offices (https://www.trccompanies.com/offices/).

The EMS Modeling Engineer will be an essential part of our team to grow the consulting practice in the Operational Technology and Real-Time Systems domain. You will perform Network Modelling for transmission areas and conduct display building tasks for the transmission management system along with Habitat and database modeling.

Responsibilities

• Support EMS modeling and applications utilizing GE eterraSource SCADA / EMS system.
• Perform Network Modeling for internal Transmission areas.
• Perform SCADA cleanup tasks including removal of ADMS points from the transmission database.
• Perform modeling and display building tasks for Transmission Energy Management Systems (TMS) using FG Display Builder and the eterraSource 3.2 modeling tool.
• SCADA point to point validation and rectification.
• SCADA update requests (add/delete/update breakers, reclosers, transmission lines, etc.)

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience within the GE eTerra / Alstom Grid / GE Habitat and database modeling environment.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Capable of performing modeling and display building tasks for TMS utilizing e-terraSource.
• Experience and skilled within the GE eterra/Habitat and database modeling environment.
• Experience and skilled with GE FG Display Builder and GE e-terraSource.
• Experience and skills in GE Advanced applications (RTNET, STNET, etc.) – desired.
• Experience with SCADA communication protocols (ICCP, DNP3.0, Modbus, etc.).
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
• Computer/programming/scripting familiarity – nice to have.
• Power Systems Engineering a plus, but not required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess a real-time systems and compliance mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members.
• Ability to communicate effectively including strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to pass NERC CIP compliance background check.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation

Salary range: USD $87,422.40 - USD $120,000.00 per year.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

Disclaimers

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.