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SCADA Engineer

Mwresource, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Lead EMS design, implementation, maintenance and compliance for grid operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • ems configuration
  • compliance
  • system upgrades
  • project management
  • cybersecurity
  • performance monitoring

Tasks

This position functions as a subject matter expert in all aspects of energy management systems. Ensures reliability and compliance in all facets of real-time monitoring and control of the company's entire electric grid operations. Position will represent Client at NERC, FRCC, and other professional organizations. Functions as technical lead in the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of Energy Management Systems (EMS) applications, databases, and infrastructure. This role ensures reliable, secure, and efficient real-time monitoring and control of electrical grid operations or energy assets while meeting all regulatory requirements for NERC/CIP compliance. The EMS Specialist will lead project execution, team development, and compliance related activities. -Lead and/or assist in the development, implementation and review of compliance processes including workflows and evidence collection. -Function as technical lead for EMS system configuration, calculations, database, and display maintenance activities. -Lead users in the process of identifying, analyzing, refining, and documenting business requirements and developing test scripts, as required. -Lead and/or assist the EMS team by providing oversight and mentoring. -Ensure EMS practices adhere to NERC CIP standards and other regulatory frameworks. -Oversee the performance and availability of EMS platforms, ensuring 24/7 uptime for grid operations or energy asset control. -Manage EMS projects, influencing others to accomplish goals. -Apply interpersonal skills to assist internal customers with diagnosis, planning, design, and implementation. -Identify, analyze, troubleshoot, and solve EMS system problems. -Effectively handle multiple, changing priorities. -Lead and coordinate system upgrades, patching, and cybersecurity measures. -Using required software including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) -Schedule tasks, monitor progress, and provide technical guidance. -Function as technical lead for operations of Client's EMS and related systems. -Develop and maintain processes, procedures, and training for critical infrastructure protection (CIP) compliance related patching, baselining, disaster recovery, account management. -Develop and maintain documentation and participate in audits and compliance reviews. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, Operations, Information Security, Compliance, other engineering departments, field technicians, and external vendors. -Plan and execute EMS projects such as system upgrades and/or new application, software, and hardware rollouts. -Identify and implement system improvements for better performance, analytics, and visualization. -Provide leadership and example in meeting the company's safety and wellness goals. -Analyze difficult and complex issues to reach sound, logical, fact-based conclusions and recommendations.

Requirements

  • electrical engineering
  • software design
  • it/ot
  • ems
  • scada
  • 10+ years

What You Bring

Education: A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field AND Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug screening. A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment. Experience: Five (5) or more years of successful experience in energy management systems software applications. OR An equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. -5-10 years of experience on the bottom end of the salary range -15+ years of experience on the top end -IT/OT Troubleshooting concepts. -Influence and motivate individuals and groups without organizational authority. -Energy Management Systems architecture, e.g. virtualized servers, workstations, firewalls, switches, RTUs, terminal servers, time and frequency devices etc. -Read, comprehend and apply technical information. -Training methods and practices for skill development. -Troubleshooting and incident resolution. -Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. -10 - 15 years of experience in the middle range -Software design, development, and maintenance. -Digital Grid Management software applications, e.g. EMS, GMS, DMS, ICCP, SCADA, RDBMS, etc. -Change management, issue tracking, and risk management concepts. -Techniques to improve process performance and human risk.

Benefits

Fully Onsite to start, then hybrid (3 days in office) - Jacksonville, FL The base pay range for this role is $110,000 - $170,000. -13 paid holidays -Medical, dental, and vision insurance -Short- and long-term disability -Tuition assistance - $12,000 per calendar year for undergraduate programs and $16,000 per calendar year for graduate programs -Jury duty and bereavement leave -20 days PTO; 25 days after 5 years of employment -Military leave -1 paid personal day

The Company

About Mwresource, Inc.

-Founded with a mission to deliver specialized engineering and project management services. -Excels in the infrastructure, energy, and water sectors, offering expert solutions. -Brings together deep industry knowledge and proven expertise to handle complex projects. -From renewable energy initiatives to vital infrastructure development, tackles challenges head-on. -Notable for its commitment to quality, has established itself as a trusted partner for large-scale projects. -A key player in energy transformation, works on projects that drive sustainability and future-ready infrastructure. -With a focus on efficiency and innovation, a diverse team helps organizations meet their toughest goals.

Sector Specialisms

Electric Utility

Energy Management Systems (EMS)

Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS)

Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)

Energy Market Management Systems (MMS)

Protection and Control Systems

Plant Control Systems

SCADA/Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) communications

Historians

Utility IT systems

Security Clearance

-candidates must pass a background check.