Job Description

About This Position

This position is part of Control Engineering Data Engineering group, providing real time operational support for SCADA/EMS at Austin Energy. On call support for 24/7 coverage is required to ensure that the critical SCADA/EMS used by system control center operators are reliable and accurate. The position will also perform NERC/CIP regulatory compliance activities and provide technical support for maintenance such as field upgrades, system upgrades, and troubleshoot to any issues arise in SCADA/EMS. This position expects independent action under limited supervision.

EMS/ADMS SCADA Analyst I

Purpose:

Under general supervision, performs engineering, technical, and regulatory compliance work in support of Austin Energy's Electric Grid Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition/Energy Management System (SCADA/EMS), Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), Electric Systems workgroups and supporting technologies.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Assists with support of 24/7 real-time control system integrity for the Transmission and Distribution SCADA Systems and their network and system infrastructures.
• Assists with the daily operation and maintenance of the Electric Grid SCADA (EMS and ADMS) control systems and their network and system infrastructures.
• Coordinates and communicates with system operations, dispatchers, engineers and field crews to troubleshoot any EMS/ADMS or Network system issues.
• Ensures compliance with applicable NERC, FERC and ERCOT Reliability standards including critical infrastructure protection (CIP) standards. Develops and implements System’s enhancements or modifications requested by stakeholders. Communicates activity status to customers and management when performing daily work activities. Researches and performs sample data analysis utilizing system logs and historical data from ICS (Industrial Control Systems). Reviews, performs, and documents assigned compliance program related activities Provides technical information and assistance to internal and external customers.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of power systems and control systems within an electrical utility for transmission and distribution
• Knowledge of NERC/CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Standards
• Knowledge of hardware, software, and network infrastructure including the TCP/IP Network and the 7 Layer OSI Model.
• Knowledge of various ICS (Industrial Control System) communication protocols and data visualization tools or HMI
• Skill in organizing and executing multiple tasks effectively and efficiently.
• Skill in adapting and learning third party software tools for ICS.
• Skill in operating Windows OS client and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to understand and interpret complex database design.
• Ability to follow ISO 9001 or other Quality Standardized Processes.
• Ability to perform guided systems testing of specification requirements.
• Ability to effectively participate in multiple projects or project capacities in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a 24/7 environment and response within adequate time.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with city employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job.
• Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience creating displays in Electric Utility Control Systems.
• Knowledge or experience of configuring, managing, and maintaining real time databases for Energy Management Systems (EMS).
• Knowledge or experience of communicating and coordinating the lab testing and commissioning of communications for field devices with field technicians.
• Knowledge or experience of configuring distributed network protocol 3 (DNP3) points in the EMS.
• Knowledge or experience of running power flow and electrical model.

Notes to Candidate:

Location:

2500 Montopolis, Austin, TX 78741

Days and Hours:

Monday through Friday. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
40 Hour Work Week (Hybrid Available)

Additional work hours may be required to support the 24-hour Utility operations, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, inclement weather and emergency closures.

Salary:

$75,930 - $96,430 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Working with Austin Energy provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.

Employment Application:

• The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Please be sure to detail on the application all current and previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• The Employment Record should be complete with job titles, employment dates, job duties, functions, and responsibilities for each position held. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your application.
• Résumés will not be accepted and statements such as “see résumé” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable.
• Please note that Austin Energy may close the job posting at any time after 7 days from the date of the initial advertisement. Once the job posting has closed, applications cannot be changed.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
• If you are identified as a top candidate and are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
• This position requires a criminal background investigation and NERC Personal Risk Assessment. ERCOT Digital Certificate.

Fair Labor Standards Act:

• This position is classified as EXEMPT (Salaried). Exempt employees are not eligible for overtime compensation.

Essential:

This has been designated as an Essential Employee position. In the event of a City-designated emergency, Essential Employees provide services that impact the public health, safety, utility services, and welfare of members of the Austin community and other employees and ensure the continuity of essential operations. In such an emergency, Essential Employees may be called back in, may be required to modify their schedule, may be assigned to a City-designated work site, or may be retained on site to assist with operations and recovery.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

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