Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Lubbock, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: E135-7414
Department: Lubbock Power & Light
Division: 7414 - Electric Operations
Opening Date: 01/11/2025
Closing Date: 3/7/2025 5:00 PM Central
SummaryResponsible for the 24 x 7 administration of applications, operating systems, databases, and hardware of the SCADA-EMS servers and workstations. Responsibilities for installation, upgrade, change control, real-time monitoring, accuracy, coordination, troubleshooting, problem resolution, capacity planning, backup and recovery, and disaster recovery planning for devices within the SCADA-EMS environment. Complies with and monitors applicable NERC CIP standards. These devices are vital to the operation of the real-time operations of the electric system, and other duties as may be assigned.
Essential Functions - Manage, plan, coordinate, and supervise the data processing, data acquisition, control, analysis, and operation of the EMS system
- Develop, recommend, and implement modifications to increase the efficiency and the reliability of the EMS system;
- Install and upgrade systems (operating systems, storage systems, databases, data backup systems)within the SCADA/EMS environment;
- Install and administer the Ethernet backbone, X-terminals, fiber modems, servers and workstations;
- Coordinate with Engineering and Substations to install and maintain the fiber optic network used for EMS and substation applications;
- Maintain the EMS link over Ethernet for the Production department, which is used for monitoring loads and forecasting future load needs;
- Maintain systems including installation of patches, performance monitoring, capacity planning, and tuning of system performance;
- Establish, test, and implement procedures for application or data backup and recovery;
- Develop, test, implement, and maintain disaster recovery plans and procedures;
- Follow change control procedures and standards;
- Identify new and improved systems, evaluate and purchase hardware and software;
- Oversee software development and database maintenance of EMS system;
- Perform continuous improvement of SCADA/EMS software for system operation, monitoring, and performance;
- Generate and maintain the real-time operating system, database, data compilers, and system documentation; Prepare load management reports for engineering; Prepare and evaluate bid proposals for the purchase of new equipment for the EMS system and the Substation section;
- Maintain the ICCP connection with ERCOT, venders & contractors ;Train subordinates, system operators and plant operators in the use of the EMS system;
- Work with Substations in the transition from 4 wire data circuits to fiber for all remote terminal units in the substations. Work with the substation department to install new equipment over fiber
- Supervise and train all Transmission System Operators (TSOs) in the use of the SCADA System, Outage Management software, and any additional duties or software;
- Work with other supervisors, departments and personnel to provide customer support and inter-city department & divisional teamwork;
- Perform related duties as required.
QualificationsCompletion of Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent with an additional four to eight years of electrical experience, or equivalent work experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Valid Current Driver's License
Physical Exam Required
Prefer minimum of five years experience with SCADA systems and eclectic grid restoration efforts
*** Critical Infrastructure: This position has been determined to have close contact with, or control of Critical Infrastructure components. This position is subject to extensive background checks and random drug screening. ***This position requires, in addition to any requirements of Human Resources (HR), and prior to a final job offer, per NERC CIP-004, the completion of a seven year criminal background check, identity verification (e.g. Social Security number verification), and the passing of a Personnel Risk Assessment (PRA). Continued employment in this position will require the NERC CIP-004 requirements to be satisfactorily completed every seven years from date of employment, and/or last PRA.
Knowledge and AbilitiesKnowledge of:- Electric distribution, substation, and transmission design, maintenance, and operation.
Ability to:- Supervise the work of others;
- Communicate effectively with others;
- Demonstrate thorough understanding of EMS system applications and programming as related in controlling an electric utility company system;
- Troubleshoot and repair computer systems and RTU's;
- Maintain the fiber optic network.
Physical Requirements:- Occasionally stand, walk, bend, and kneel during the shift.
- Frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds.
- Occasionally pull and push objects.
- Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees.
- Occasionally move entire body along a surface in a crawling motion in order to inspect equipment.
- Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing.
- Place arms above, at, or below shoulder height.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent field from an accredited university?
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Do you have four to eight years of electrical experience?
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Do you have a Valid Current Driver's License?
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How many years' experience do you have working with SCADA systems and eclectic grid restoration efforts?
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