Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 1 Year(s)
Able to Provide Sponsorship
Skills
Modeling
EMS
Distribution
Network
Regulatory Compliance
System Integration
Programmable Logic Controller
RTU
Failover
Communication
Collaboration
Acceptance Testing
Job Details
Role : SCADA/EMS Consultant
Location: Bayarea CA / Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Location: Bayarea CA / Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain SCADA/EMS databases including RTU definitions, PI/PCI modeling, tie-line configurations, and contingency logic.
- Build and optimize SCADA displays and HMI interfaces for dispatch and control room operations.
- Perform network and communications modeling for transmission and distribution systems.
- Support system integration, commissioning, and testing (point-to-point, failover, CAT, FAT/SAT).
- Provide onsite dispatcher/operator support, ensuring real-time data accuracy and performance.
- Conduct SCADA migrations, upgrades, and cutovers with minimal disruption to operations.
- Collaborate with field engineers and IT teams for RTU/PLC integration and troubleshooting.
- Ensure compliance with NERC CIP and other regulatory standards.
- Prepare and review technical documentation, change requests (DBCR), and acceptance test plans.
- 8+ years experience in SCADA/EMS systems within utilities, power generation, or transmission/distribution companies.
- Hands-on experience with GE/Alstom e-terrasource, e-terrabrowser, FG Display Builder, AREVA/Alstom tools, or equivalent SCADA platforms.
- Strong knowledge of SCADA database design, RTU/relay configuration, communications protocols, and EMS modeling.
- Practical exposure to dispatch operations support and real-time system troubleshooting.
- Experience in compliance frameworks (e.g., NERC CIP).
- Strong communication skills with ability to work directly at onsite client locations.
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