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TECO Peoples Gas · 6 hours ago

IT Technical Architect (SCADA)

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with diverse career opportunities. The IT Technical Architect (SCADA) will provide technical and functional expertise in the implementation of operational systems, focusing on maximizing the value of the natural gas division's assets through innovative technology solutions.

EnergyEnergy ManagementOil and GasService Industry

Responsibilities

Accountable for the overall end-to-end technical design of SCADA systems. Ensures that system requirements are translated effectively into solutions and architectural assurance is performed by overseeing the planning, design, integration, and development for OT systems. Collaborates with Enterprise Architects and other Solution Architects to provide direction so that the organization can make appropriate design decisions

Lead and mentor technical teams, providing guidance on SCADA system design, implementation, and ensures the success of system improvements

Proactively interfaces with business users and IT to provide support for future business initiatives and projects. Actively participates and applies the vision of systems such as SCADA, Gas Distribution, and Meter Measurement in short and long-range roadmap planning and sequencing to meet business objectives. For these system domains, facilitates communication and activities between internal IT department and various levels of the organization and outside vendors and consultants. Builds consensus between multiple parties and educates business and IT staff on recommended solutions for implementation

Drives impact assessment of any major change requests to requirements providing input to the Program Management Team and the appropriate governance/architect review for changes in scope and for the overall solution

Responsible for creating and/or maintaining architectural artifacts, policies, standards and procedures to manage information systems architecture (data systems, applications, and technology) which would include: standard development practices, software architecture, system architecture, business intelligence architecture

Qualification

SCADA expertiseIndustrial communications protocolsDatabase designDevelopmentSCADA system securitySQLProgramming languagesReporting toolsProblem-solving skillsCollaborative skillsLeadership skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information/Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems or equivalent discipline from an accredited institution

Minimum of 8 years of direct work experience performing the Duties & Responsibilities of this position or performing duties closely related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position

Minimum of 10 years of experience in any combination of SCADA, Meter Measurement, Distribution Systems, and Network Infrastructure

Deep expertise in SCADA platforms, industrial communications protocols (Ex. Modbus), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's) programming concepts, and industrial networking is crucial

Deep technical knowledge in database design development. This includes expertise in SQL, data modeling, and familiarization with DBMS (Ex. SSMS)

Demonstrated ability to champion a clear vision for domains such as SCADA, Meter Measurement Systems, and Gas Distribution Systems

Ability to lead the design and implementation of SCADA systems, including RTUs, HMI, and communications protocols

Possesses in-depth technical expertise of SCADA architecture, including redundancy, failover, and high-availability designs

Ability to evaluate existing infrastructure and systems to identify gaps and recommend optimal solutions for seamless integration with other systems

Implement and maintain SCADA system security measures, adhering to industry cybersecurity standards (e.g., ISA-99/IEC 62443) and regulatory TSA requirements

Strong Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Ability to diagnose and resolve issues with SCADA systems to ensure reliable operations

Strong collaborative skills with ability to interact with business partners, IT team members and senior management

Develops comprehensive documentation for SCADA systems, including integration roadmaps and configuration plans

Stays current with IT industry trends and emerging technologies; leads application of new technologies

Expert verbal, written, organizational, analytical and presentation skills. Strong leadership and analytical skills

Demonstrated ability leading teams in support of business process analysis efforts and educating others in the proper application of tools and techniques

Understanding of project plans and ability to clearly articulate roles, project goals, and timelines. Understanding of the components of running a fiscally successful project. Demonstrated proficiency at assessing the proposed project plans to ensure all needs are met

Drives continuous process improvement for SDLC, maintenance, application support, and Information Technology architecture

Preferred

At least one professional certification in specific job-related disciplines preferred in addition to the requirements above

Strong working knowledge of Aveva SCADA solutions

Experience in Natural Gas utilities related to operational technologies and mobile solutions

Experience with Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and database historians

Experience with high-availability solutions through redundancy and failover mechanisms to ensure systems operational continuity

Experience with Mobile solution deployment

Experience with patch management. Regularly updating OT systems with the latest security patches

Experience with reporting tools such as Power-BI, SSRS, Tableau, Crystal Reports, etc

Strong knowledge of reporting and analysis tools such as SSRS, Power-BI, Crystal Reports, and/or Tableau

Recent experience with development languages like C#.Net, VB.Net, Python and/or JavaScript

Manage SSQL stored procedures and ETL processes between SCADA and business applications

Deep understanding of database design and management

Ability to understand business requirements and manage conversion into designs, configuration & functional specification whilst maintaining integrity of overall application design

Ability to assess emerging business & regulatory changes and articulate how these can positively impact the Company

Benefits

Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.

Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.

Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.

Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave

Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.