Energy Management System (EMS) Engineer

NAES Corporation; Hubbard (TX); On-site; USD 141,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

NAES Corporation in Hubbard, TX is seeking an EMS Engineer to provide technical leadership for EMS, SCADA, and real-time monitoring across commissioning and operations at a modern power plant. The role requires coordinating with Operations, Controls and Electrical Engineering, OEMs, and contractors to ensure safe, reliable startup and continuous plant performance.

You will lead EMS integration with DCS, PLC, and BESS, configure operator displays and alarms, analyze data for anomalies, and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering or related field.
• Experience with EMS/SCADA in power facilities.
• Knowledge of grid operations, BESS, and power generation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for EMS, SCADA, and real-time monitoring systems to maximize plant reliability and performance.
• Monitor real-time plant generation, power flows, and grid conditions to support safe operation.
• Coordinate EMS integration with DCS, PLC, turbine controls, and BESS across systems.
• Lead RCA investigations for EMS/SCADA issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support commissioning activities (FAT/SAT) and system turnover.
• Ensure safety, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and governance across EMS projects.

Skills

EMS

SCADA

Power Systems

Data Analysis

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering

Tools

DCS

PLC

HMI

Historian

Job description

Job Category : Engineering, Technical Analysis & Support

Requisition Number : ENERG007883

• Posted : August 26, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Hubbard, TX 76648, USA

• Pay or shift range: $141,000 USD to $166,212 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

The APEX Power Co. Project in Hubbard, TX, currently under Phase 1 construction, is expected to expand to 1.6 GW. It features a diverse mix of generation technologies, including Siemens SGT-800/400 simple cycle turbines, MAN/Everllence 18V51/60G gas reciprocating engines, GE LM6000/LM2500 simple cycle turbines, Pratt & Whitney FT8 simple cycle turbines, and a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), enabling flexible, reliable power output. Future expansion may include additional GE aero and large frame units (6B, 7FA/7FB/7H) in simple or combined cycle configurations, allowing the plant to efficiently meet varying energy demands while supporting data center grid reliability.

Opportunity Summary

The Energy Management System (EMS) Engineer provides technical leadership for the plant's Energy Management System (EMS), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), and real-time operational monitoring systems throughout commissioning and commercial operations. This role supports EMS architecture, system integration, real-time monitoring of plant generation and electrical system performance, and optimization of power flow, grid connectivity, and dispatch capabilities. Working closely with Operations, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, OEMs, and contractors, the EMS Engineer develops and maintains EMS and SCADA solutions that improve situational awareness, operational reliability, and grid performance.

As EMS Engineer, your responsibilities specific to the Pre-Commissioning Phase include:

• Lead commissioning and functional testing of the Energy Management System (EMS), SCADA, communications infrastructure, and associated monitoring systems to ensure safe and reliable startup.
• Coordinate EMS integration with DCS, PLC, turbine controls, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), electrical systems, and plant instrumentation to support complete operational visibility.
• Verify EMS displays, one-line diagrams, alarms, historian interfaces, real-time data acquisition, communications, and operator graphics prior to commercial operation.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), startup activities, and system turnover while resolving EMS, SCADA, and communications issues using structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Ensure EMS databases, network architecture, operating displays, documentation, software backups, communications mapping, and CMMS/EAM records are complete for operational turnover.

Your scope of responsibility as EMS Engineer includes the following primary functions:

• Provide technical leadership for the plant's Energy Management System (EMS), SCADA, and real-time operational monitoring systems to maximize plant reliability, situational awareness, and operational performance.
• Monitor real-time plant generation, electrical loading, power flows, transmission interfaces, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and grid operating conditions to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation.
• Develop, configure, maintain, and optimize EMS applications, SCADA displays, one-line diagrams, operator graphics, alarms, historian interfaces, and real-time data acquisition systems.
• Analyze EMS, SCADA, and operational data to identify system abnormalities, communication failures, equipment issues, and opportunities to improve plant performance and grid reliability.
• Support Control Room Operations by providing engineering expertise related to plant dispatch, operating limits, power flow monitoring, equipment loading, and system availability.
• Coordinate EMS integration with DCS, PLC, turbine control systems, electrical protection systems, and plant communication networks while supporting system upgrades and modifications.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations involving EMS, SCADA, communications, or operational monitoring system failures and implement corrective actions.
• Manage EMS projects, software upgrades, cybersecurity improvements, and system modifications while supporting Configuration Management and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Coordinate with Operations, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, OEMs, contractors, utilities, and system vendors to support commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous system improvement.
• Ensure EMS activities comply with applicable safety, cybersecurity, environmental, regulatory, and company requirements while supporting reliable plant operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support safe, reliable, and compliant plant operations.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value at NAES, and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to remain mentally alert and work safely at all times. Employees must also adhere to all safety warnings and posted signs while on company property. Additionally, they are required to follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Adherence to these safety responsibilities is one of the key factors in the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Working Relationships

The EMS Engineer reports to the Plant Engineering & Reliability Manager and collaborates with the IC&E Supervisor, Operations, Maintenance, plant leadership, and NAES Corporate Engineering Support Services to support safe and reliable plant operation. This role provides technical guidance to Operations and Maintenance personnel on electrical systems and equipment reliability.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Physical requirements include standing for extended periods of time, climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated platforms and walkways at varying heights, and routinely lifting up to 50 pounds.

Power plant environment that may involve entering confined spaces, crawling through narrow areas, and handling hazardous materials, with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise. Work may include high heat near equipment and varying outdoor weather conditions.

Some duties may require the use of protective equipment, which can include hard hats, safety glasses, and eye protection, air masks/respirators, ear protection, chemical suits, flame-resistant clothing (FRC), hot gloves, high-voltage protective gear, and fall protection. Fit testing for respirators may be required. Strict smoking restrictions apply in and around the facility.

Fitness for Duty

All personnel will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program, which includes a post-offer physical examination, drug screening, and post-employment random drug screening.

Work Schedule

The EMS Engineer works a standard Monday through Friday day shift schedule. This position will occasionally necessitate extended working hours and flexible shifts as needed, including weekends and holidays, in response to schedules, workload demands, and plant conditions. Periodic callouts or “On call” status may also be required.

Some travel may be involved to participate in Manager, Owner, User Group, or other offsite meetings.

Compensation

This position offers an annual base salary ranging from $141,000 to $166,212 and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus.

Professional Expertise & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Equivalent power generation, industrial automation, EMS, SCADA, or military experience may be considered.
• Experience supporting Energy Management Systems (EMS), SCADA, real-time monitoring systems, or utility control systems within power generation or other industrial facilities.
• Working knowledge of power generation, electrical transmission interfaces, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and balance-of-plant equipment.
• Experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting EMS, SCADA, historian, communications, and real-time operational monitoring systems.
• Working knowledge of DCS, PLC, industrial communication protocols, networked control systems, and system integration.
• Experience monitoring plant generation, power flows, equipment loading, operating limits, and grid conditions using EMS and SCADA applications.
• Knowledge of electrical system operations, grid connectivity, transmission interfaces, and power system monitoring.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity, NERC standards, industrial networking, and regulatory requirements applicable to control and monitoring systems.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across Operations, Engineering, contractors, OEMs, and utility representatives to improve system reliability and plant performance.
• Must possess a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license and ensure it remains in good standing at all times.

About NAES

NAES Corporation is a leading provider of operations, maintenance, and engineering services for energy facilities. We have built a reputation as a reliable partner for clients in North America and internationally, offering services across the power generation, oil and gas, and renewable energy sectors. Our growing family of companies allows us to address the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

SCADA - Supervisory Control/Data Acquisition

Advanced

System Integration

Advanced

Control System Networks

Advanced

Control System Protocols

Advanced

Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Advanced

Power Distribution and Transmission

Advanced

Data Analysis

Advanced

DCS - Distributed Control System

Intermediate

PLC - Programmable Logic Controller

Intermediate

Power Generation

Intermediate

Intermediate

Electrical Systems and Equipment

Intermediate

Cyber Security

Intermediate

BESS - Battery Energy Storage Systems

Intermediate

Intermediate

NERC Reliability Standards Compliance

Some Knowledge

MOC - Management of Change

Some Knowledge

Some Knowledge

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Computer Engineering or related field.

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related technical field is required. Equivalent power generation, industrial automation, EMS, SCADA, or military experience may be considered.

Experience supporting Energy Management Systems (EMS), SCADA, real-time monitoring systems, or utility control systems within power generation or other industrial facilities.

Working knowledge of power generation, electrical transmission interfaces, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), gas turbines, reciprocating engines, and balance-of-plant equipment.

Experience configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting EMS, SCADA, historian, communications, and real-time operational monitoring systems.

Working knowledge of DCS, PLC, industrial communication protocols, networked control systems, and system integration.

Experience monitoring plant generation, power flows, equipment loading, operating limits, and grid conditions using EMS and SCADA applications.

Knowledge of electrical system operations, grid connectivity, transmission interfaces, and power system monitoring.

Familiarity with cybersecurity, NERC standards, industrial networking, and regulatory requirements applicable to control and monitoring systems.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across Operations, Engineering, contractors, OEMs, and utility representatives to improve system reliability and plant performance.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Driver's License

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