ElectriCities of NC : Energy Management Systems Engineer

The Energy Management Systems (EMS) Engineer supports the reliable operation, administration, and security of the energy management systems to include SCADA, telemetry, load management, distributed generation monitoring, and related communications systems. This position helps ensure real-time operational systems remain accurate, available, secure, and responsive to the needs of System Operations and allow the Power Agency towns and cities to support the vitality and prosperity of their communities by serving electric customers reliably and economically.

• Support the administration, maintenance, and improvement of energy management, SCADA, telemetry, load management, distributed generation monitoring, and related communications systems.
• Monitor and support system reliability, data accuracy, cybersecurity, integration, and business continuity for operational technology systems, including troubleshooting issues and coordinating corrective actions as needed.
• Provide technical and engineering support for operational systems, field equipment integration, metering and communications interfaces, database and reporting needs, and system enhancements that support Power Agency operations.
• Work collaboratively with Electri Cities departments, participants, utilities, vendors, and consultants to support system performance and operational priorities.
• Participate in a rotating after-hours support program, serving as a technical resource during operational events, emergency response activities, equipment issues, and other time-sensitive situations requiring sound engineering & operational judgment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The Energy Management Systems Engineer works under the general supervision and guidance of the Manager, System Operations, who reviews the employee’s work performance periodically in terms of overall effectiveness and provides professional guidance as needed. Time sheets, vacation time, sick leave, etc., will be reviewed and approved by the Manager, System Operations. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Energy Management Systems Engineer must maintain the physical condition necessary to perform tasks in an office setting such as operating a personal computer, keyboard, and other peripheral equipment. Periodic travel within the state of North Carolina may be required.

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical/computer engineering, computer science, engineering technology, or a related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant electric utility or operational technology experience may be considered.
• 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in electric utility, system operations, SCADA/telemetry, cybersecurity, communications, metering, or related technical environment.
• Working knowledge of utility operations, energy management systems, SCADA/telemetry systems, communications networks, cybersecurity practices, databases, and related operational technology is desirable.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, evaluate alternatives, support system improvements, and make sound decisions in routine and time-sensitive operational situations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, initiative, reliability, and independent judgment are required, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external teams.

Electri Cities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Electri Cities of North Carolina, Inc., is the membership organization that provides power supply and related critical services to over 90 community-owned electric systems in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia—collectively known as public power. Electri Cities manages the power supply for two power agencies in North Carolina and provides technical services to assist members in operating their electric distribution systems.

Electri Cities also helps these locally owned and operated public power providers thrive today and in the future by delivering innovative services, including legislative, technical, communications, and economic development expertise.

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