SCADA Specialist
SCADA Specialist
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SCADA Specialist
Description:
The SCADA Specialist will plan design develop test deploy and maintain programs and process control equipment within the Electrical Distribution System and the Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) System. The role also includes field calibrations troubleshooting and repair of various support devices within electrical substations along with maintaining standards and testing gauges voltage meters and other devices.
This position may require working weekends and holidays as scheduled. It is considered an Essential Personnel role meaning the incumbent must work during public emergencies hazardous conditions or inclement weather.
Key Responsibilities:
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Participate in the design development and implementation of SCADA systems (Bristol Babcock Emerson ControlWave Automation ONSPEC HMI EZTouch Graphic Panel Software).
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Troubleshoot AC/DC electrical systems oversee independent projects and maintain databases.
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Recommend and implement goals protocols and standards for SCADA system design security and reliability.
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Administer SCADA software programs including management of DPCs RTUs PACs PLCs and HMI programs with revision and backup strategies.
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Lead improvements security and maintenance of SCADA control and communication systems.
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Install configure and calibrate hardware and software for efficiency safety and reliability.
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Provide oversight on hardware/software contracts and predictive maintenance.
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Offer training to system controllers and other staff.
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Participate in structured training programs including vendor-specific and internal development opportunities.
Minimum Training and Experience:
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Associates Degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Technology or instrumentation/control-related field.
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Three (3) years of process control experience in a SCADA-based system (Natural Gas Distribution or similar).
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Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.
Licensing/Certifications:
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Valid drivers license with a satisfactory record (must obtain local state license within 30 days of hire).
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Participation in a 24/7 on-call rotation is required.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
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Electrical theory and practices (digital & analog circuitry).
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Bristol Babcock and Emerson ControlWave hardware/software.
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SCADA network standards performance and optimization.
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Network security communications (radio/wireless) firewalls routers switches and related HMI/DPC/PAC/PLC systems.
Skills in:
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Interpreting SCADA performance metrics and explaining to non-technical audiences.
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Reading and understanding schematics loop drawings and flowcharts.
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Troubleshooting and problem-solving.
Abilities to:
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Manage and provide technical assistance for SCADA design installation configuration and troubleshooting.
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Analyze complex problems and make critical decisions under time constraints.
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Work safely around high/low voltage electrical equipment.
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Perform duties in adverse weather or environmental conditions.
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Build and maintain effective working relationships.
Employment Type
Full Time
