Associate EMS Engineer/Analyst

Tenaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, an organization that's adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants and more.

Position Summary:

The Energy Management System (EMS) Analyst (Associate) will provide Energy/Generation Management System (EMS/GMS) support for the growing and increasingly complex TPS EMS/SCADA system. The position is responsible to maintain the highest system reliability, availability, integrity and security of the EMS/SCADA system in support of TPS Operations, Asset Management business units and associated customers.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Company is not able to take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time for this position or commit to doing so in the future for individuals with current authorization to work via, for example, CPT or OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future.

Essential Job Functions:

Perform ongoing EMS/SCADA system modeling, maintenance, administration, and upgrade activities

Perform project planning, coordination, development, and implementation of various customer projects by adhering to change management processes

Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues to resolution independently, collaboratively with the EMS/SCADA team, and with OSII vendor engagement

Support EMS related activities such as updating databases, displays, operation and maintenance of OSII Monarch System and Sub-systems and interfaces with internal and external systems

Work directly with IT maintaining, improving, and implementing communications, hardware, and software infrastructure

Understand and implement various SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) protocol communications to remote devices and control centers

Configure and modify EMS databases and ensure that all telemetry and controls are available and accurate

Understand and implement various ISO (Independent System Operator) protocols, operations philosophies and telemetry requirements to maintain grid operator reliability and compliance

Support, configure, model and maintain remote terminal units (RTUs) as needed

Develop and maintain SCADA displays and one-lines

Calculation development utilizing the 'C' programming language and deployment of such calculations

Support internal business units and external customer business and data needs

Maintain and support system interfacing historical data systems

Perform technical analysis to define customer requirements

Communicate effectively with customers, field personnel, contractors, vendors, and ISO contacts

Produce deliverables with deadlines and ensure various project completion

Utilize documented procedures and processes to achieve system reliability and efficiency

Perform rotating 24x7 on-call duties to support all EMS/SCADA related issues and provide after-hours support for the EMS/SCADA systems as needed

Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance is required Core Competencies:

Self-Starter - The EMS Analyst can work effectively and efficiently with minimum to moderate oversight and also responds well to task assignment. He/she is able to initiate the appropriate effort when necessary to achieve the expected results from various business units. He/she is a self-starter demonstrating genuine interest and accountability for timely and successful results.

Technical Aptitude - The EMS Analyst is able to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues with confidence and fortitude. He/she is willing to take on complex problems and see them through to successful resolution as part of the EMS team.

Effective Communication Skills - The EMS Analyst uses effective communication skills to relay technical information appropriately within the organization. He/she is able to communicate with other technically proficient personnel outside of the organization in order to reach effective solutions to issues, new customer deployments, and various other business needs.

Team Orientation - The EMS Analyst displays the ability to work effectively in a team environment. He/she practices good interpersonal, listening, and compromise skills to reach the best solutions available for the organization and/or other parties involved

Education, Experience & Skills

Basic Requirements:

Minimum requirements include of undergraduate degree in Electrical Analysting, Electrical Analysting Technology, Telecommunications, Industrial Analysting or Computer Science from an accredited College or University.

0-2 years' work experience in Energy Management Systems/SCADA environments, telecommunications, field technician/Analysting, or a bulk electric system control center and/or plant instrumentation & controls environment

Ability to perform technical analysis to define customer requirements

Solid written and verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to work on several projects in parallel in a fast-paced environment

Detail oriented with the ability to remain focused on the accuracy of task completion

Positive attitude and willingness to proactively self-educate and learn new technologies and concepts as needed

Proficiency in MS Windows and MS Office; proficiency in MSSQL is a plus

Able to adapt to a flexible work schedule at times to support system maintenance, upgrades, and IT Infrastructure projects Benefits:

At Tenaska we care about the wellbeing of our employees and their families. That's why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below:

Health, dental, vison, disability, and life insurance

Excellent 401(k) plan

Incentive-based, competitive salary packages

Health/dependent care flex accounts

Tuition assistance

Long-term disability coverage

Adoption benefits

Employee assistance program

Paid vacations and holidays

Generous sick leave

Charitable giving program

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Wellness programs

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Tenaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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