Title: GSW - PSA Engineer - SCADA - EMS Platform Services

Location: Remote

Duration: 6+ months (with possible extension)

Role Overview

The PSA Engineer – SCADA will be responsible for ensuring real-time monitoring, control, and operational visibility of power system networks. This role focuses on the engineering, configuration, and support of SCADA/EMS platforms, with an emphasis on reliable telemetry, data acquisition, alarms, and communications infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in control room operations, IT/OT integration, and end‑to‑end SCADA system lifecycle management.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineer, configure, and maintain SCADA/EMS systems to support real-time grid operations.
• Manage telemetry acquisition, measurements, alarms, and control points across substations and field devices.
• Support control room operations, including real-time troubleshooting, system health monitoring, and operational issue resolution.
• Perform SCADA database engineering, point mapping, and communication model updates.
• Integrate field IEDs using IEC 61850, DNP3, and other substation communication protocols.
• Execute system integration, FAT/SAT testing, commissioning, and validation of real-time systems.
• Collaborate with OT, networking, and cybersecurity teams for secure and reliable system performance.
• Work with GE Reliance or GE e‑terra for SCADA/EMS configuration, testing, and operational support.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation, configuration records, system diagrams, and operational procedures.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of SCADA/EMS architecture, real-time data acquisition, and operational monitoring systems.
• Experience with IEC 61850, DNP3, and other utility communication protocols.
• Hands-on expertise with GE Reliance or GE e‑terra SCADA/EMS platforms.
• Understanding of control center operations, grid monitoring, alarms management, and operator workflows.
• Familiarity with communications networks, RTUs, IEDs, telemetry circuits, and system interfaces.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities for real-time issues.
• Ability to work in fast‑paced, real-time operational environments.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Education Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (required)
  Focus in Power Systems, Control Systems, or related fields is preferred.

Primary Expertise

• End‑to‑end SCADA system integration, real-time operational support, and control room readiness.
• Hands-on testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of SCADA/EMS installations.

Key Differentiator

• Strong blend of real-time operations experience and IT/OT control systems knowledge.
• Ability to bridge operational needs with technical SCADA/EMS engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with substation automation, HMI design, and RTU/IED configuration.
• Exposure to cybersecurity practices for OT/SCADA networks.
• Prior working experience with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, or transmission system operators.