SCADA Analyst Associate

American Electric Power•Salem, VA

9d•$63,496 - $99,401•Onsite

About The Position

TOPS SCADA Provide complex technical support and training for computer Energy Management (EMS) Systems or Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems and other technical infrastructure used in Transmission Operations centers. Position requires a high degree of adaptability, and a focus on meeting customer needs and continuous improvement in the systems supported.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college / university in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related technical field; or high school diploma and two years related military or electric utility technical experience.
Demonstrates Entry Level understanding of operational practices of applicable equipment and software in assigned areas of knowledge
Strong skills in communication, issue resolution, organization, and facilitation are essential.
Solid understanding of the business unit / operating company systems is preferred.
Experience with SCADA systems is preferred.
Associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college / university in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related technical field; or high school diploma and two years related military or electric utility technical experience.
Two (2) year DMS/EMS/SCADA experience with associate’s degree and four (4) years of experience with a high school diploma.
Individuals with a bachelor’s degree with no DMS/EMS/SCADA experience may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
Demonstrates a more detailed entry level understanding of operational practices of applicable equipment and software in assigned areas of knowledge
Strong skills in communication, issue resolution, organization, and facilitation are essential.
Solid understanding of the business unit / operating company systems is preferred.
Experience with SCADA systems is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Civil and Electrical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and guidance to Analysts in problem resolution and support activities through training and mentorship.
Represent the SCADA Display group in task forces, working groups, and special projects with minimal supervision.
Ensure reliable operations of EMS and SCADA systems, making recommendations for improvements in quality and reliability.
Maintain and enhance real-time data interfaces, tools, and software for SCADA.
Stay updated on current technologies to keep EMS and SCADA tools current and effective.
Build and maintain custom online displays for EMS and SCADA systems.
Build and maintain tabular displays for EMS and SCADA systems.
Define and implement internal standards for EMS and SCADA.
Conduct complex troubleshooting and problem resolution across all areas of expertise.
Provide after-hours support for EMS/SCADA systems as necessary.
Perform troubleshooting and problem resolution in assigned areas of knowledge with Senior Level guidance.
Provide after-hours support for the EMS/SCADA systems as needed.
Begin to gain an understanding of current technology utilized by AEP and understanding how it applies to SCADA with Senior Level guidance.
Beginning to gain an understanding of basic Protection and Control application and the effect it has on overall SCADA with Senior Level guidance.
Begins to gain an understanding of what each type of equipment is in the substation with Senior Level guidance.
Detailed knowledge is required in one (1) of the following areas: Application development, Operating System support, Computer system administration, Database technologies and support.
Perform troubleshooting and problem resolution in assigned areas of knowledge with Senior Level guidance.
Provide after-hours support for the EMS/SCADA systems as needed.
Begin to gain an understanding of current technology utilized by AEP and understanding how it applies to SCADA with Senior Level guidance.
Beginning to gain an understanding of basic Protection and Control applications and the effect it has on overall SCADA with Senior Level guidance.
Begins to gain an understanding of what each type of equipment is in the substation with Senior Level guidance.