Senior SCADA Configuration Analyst

Description

The Senior SCADA Analyst, with an IT background, will work on the Gas SCADA system using Aveva OASyS DNA and OSIsoft PI suite in a utility environment, acting as a liaison between IT groups and control‑room operators to ensure reliable energy delivery.

The role involves supporting a multi‑site, high‑availability SCADA system, troubleshooting operational issues, optimizing monitoring and reporting, and leading customers through successful project delivery.

• Monitor, maintain, develop, and support the high‑availability Gas SCADA system.
• Design, develop, deploy, and support applications for internal customers.
• Implement vendor and third‑party enhancements to mission‑critical infrastructure.
• Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot remote devices (MODBUS, DNP3, Mercury, PI‑to‑PI) ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Security, Systems, and Database teams to optimize enhancements and maintenance.
• Support operational SCADA environment and ensure optimized monitoring and reliability reporting.
• Manage alarm management for gas controllers, customers, and SCADA staff.
• Install and configure redundant PI System components (PI Collective, load‑balanced AF Server, SQL AlwaysOn, clustered notifications, PI Vision).
• Deploy patches across multiple gas domains and ensure telemetry accuracy.
• Mentor and train junior analysts.
• Coordinate work with vendors/contractors during project conception and implementation.
• Manage small projects or project teams from conception to completion.
• Learn new technologies to provide optimal solutions and perform full project life‑cycle activities.
• Provide 24×7 on‑call support and be available for late‑evening deployments/updates.

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in CS, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration or related field; 5+ years IT experience with systems development; hands‑on experience with SCADA/OSIsoft PI; full SDLC knowledge; advanced Microsoft Office; strong analytical, problem‑solving, and documentation skills; project management experience; excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Desired qualifications: Structured, quality‑focused attitude; strong critical thinking, analysis, and problem‑solving; detail‑oriented and creative; goal‑oriented, self‑motivated; fluent in spoken and written English.

Benefits

PSE values its employees, offering a competitive total rewards package, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to employee growth, work‑life balance, and career opportunities in the energy sector.

• Compensation: $103,100 – $181,300 salary range with eligibility for annual incentive bonuses.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, supplemental insurance options, flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) and cash‑balance retirement plans, paid time off and holidays.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance