SCADA Analyst Associate

American Electric Power•New Albany, OH

1d•$63,496 - $111,826•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires a high degree of adaptability and a focus on meeting customer needs by maintaining a high level of accountability and continuous improvement in the supported D-SCADA systems. The role involves assisting in standards development, product support, and implementation troubleshooting, requiring a strong ability to organize and coordinate customer needs.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related technical field or higher from an accredited college/university OR high school diploma and two (2) years related military or electric utility technical experience.
Two (2) years of experience with a high school diploma.
Individuals with an associate degree with no DMS/EMS/SCADA experience may be considered for entry into the organization at this level.
Associate’s degree in computer science, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications or related technical field or higher from an accredited college/university OR high school diploma and two (2) years related military or electric utility technical experience.
Two (2) years DMS/EMS/SCADA experience with associate’s degree OR 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.
Detailed knowledge in three other pertinent areas: Application development, Operating System support, Computer system administration, Database technologies and support.

Responsibilities

Perform Point-to-Point commissioning of Distribution Remote Terminal Units (DRTUs) in the D-SCADA system.
Troubleshoot database issues and provide support for System Operators and/or field personnel to maintain reliable operation of the D-SCADA system.
Complete assigned D-SCADA testing tasks with limited supervision, including accurately tracking testing results.
Provide support/guidance or assist in providing support to less qualified Analysts on problem resolution.
Train lower-level Analysts in specific equipment and software support activities when applicable.
Maintain reliable operations of the D-SCADA systems and improve or make recommendations to improve the quality and reliability of D-SCADA data and related services.
Identify issues with processes and tools, provide possible solutions, and offer input to more seasoned personnel.
Assist higher-level team members with overall D-SCADA compliance items.