Control System Specialist , II, III or Senior

Job Description

Responsible for supporting, designing, and implementing control system and technology solutions in support of Tri‑State operations. Ensures operational stability, security, and efficiency. Responsible for implementing and maintaining a supportive convergence of Information Technology, Operational Technology, and Generation policies and technologies.

There is one position available, and this position will be filled at one of four job grade levels:
Control Systems Specialist I (job grade
7), Control Systems Specialist II (job grade
8), Control Systems Specialist III (job grade
9), or Senior Control Systems Specialist (job grade 10). The grading will be based on qualifications and experience.

Hiring Salary Range: $80,000 – $139,000 (actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, skill level).

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance;
Flexible Work Schedules (compressed work week, telecommuting up to 40%);
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement;
Life Insurance;
Retirement Option;
Long Term Disability (LTD);
Short Term Disability (STD);
Employee Assistant Program (EAP);
Paid Leave Benefits.

• Support Generation Technology software tools, including OSIsoft/Aveva Pi data historian, and Eta Pro thermal performance suite.
• Support Generation Control Systems with expert knowledge of Emerson Ovation, GE MarkVIe, PLCs, Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems, and various equipment monitoring systems.
• Assist in developing operational data reports and data flows to business intelligence software (PowerBI/Tableau).
• Conduct software and control system modifications and upgrades, including control and graphical enhancements; provide global process control guidance and enforcement.
• Provide oversight of the Management of Change process with respect to controls and cybersecurity.
• Verify data flows daily, investigating and troubleshooting issues.
• Ensure operational data integrity as a front‑line responder to loss of data flow.
• Assist in providing first‑line support to facilities lacking dedicated controls and technological support.
• Provide assistance for FERC and NERC compliance at Generation Facilities; comply with regulations, laws, standards, best practices.
• Help define future standards for an efficient, stable, usable, and secure architecture.
• Support project planning and implementations, leveraging vendors, Engineering and Construction department, and IT resources.
• Coordinate instrumentation, controls, and electrical related work with Generation Facilities staff.
• Inform internal project managers of standard practices, OT network architecture, and preferred software branding to standardize the OT footprint across all TSGT assets.
• Define, document, and enforce server and operational standards for implementation of new projects; monitor and maintain policies for DCS access.
• Maintain security of control system infrastructure by establishing and enforcing policies.
• Troubleshoot control system problems, including DCS networking, sensor networking, and control logic.
• Coordinate with Generation facility supervision to support scheduled equipment maintenance outages (logic reviews, FAT, SAT, drawing and turnover packages).
• Maintain compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Work overtime as needed to support continuous reliable electric service.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Operational stability: understanding architecture and policies driving uptime and minimal costs.
• Cohesive solution: ability to work with disparate needs, ensuring stakeholder requirements.
• Time management: prioritize and schedule projects, meet deadlines.
• Demonstrate behavior consistent with company values.
• Problem analysis and resolution at strategic and functional levels.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team player: collaborate, recognize impact, seek input.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree or associate’s degree in Electronics, Information Technology, data science, or related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Ability:

• Safety…