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Great River Energy · 5 days ago

SCADA Engineer

Maple Grove, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $130K/yr

0+ years exp

GreatRiverEnergy is a not-for-profit electric cooperative in Minnesota, dedicated to serving its member-owners. The SCADA Engineer is responsible for providing technical support for the Energy Management System (EMS) and Distribution Management System (DMS) to ensure the efficient operation of the transmission system and monitoring of distribution systems.

ElectronicsEnergyRenewable Energy

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Providing technical support in the development and maintenance of the EMS and DMS databases

Monitoring the function of the EMS/DMS including the network, data links, and Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) communications equipment to ensure proper operation

Ensuring EMS/DMS infrastructures, technologies, tools, and architectures are appropriately deployed and documented to meet System Operations’ needs

Working with Member-Owner Cooperatives and other DMS partners on configuration and implementation of the distribution system

Providing technical support to the IT Development Services department to meet the needs of the System Operations department

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSCADA FundamentalsRemote Terminal UnitsLinux OSProblem AnalysisResearchAnalysisVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeamworkConflict ResolutionProject Management

Required

Bachelor's Degree (or advanced) in electrical engineering or education required to qualify for the written Professional Engineering Examination as required by the State Board of Engineering

Typically, 0-4+ years of experience in an engineering or science-related position within the utility or a related industry

Knowledge of electrical transmission/distribution systems and their operation

Knowledge of SCADA fundamentals, Remote Terminal Units, communications systems, networking, and Linux OS

Skilled in problem analysis with the ability to make appropriate decisions regarding the disposition of issues through their resolution or escalation to a higher level

Verbal and written communication skills. Skilled at effectively communicating with both technical and non-technical resources

Ability to research, analyze, and make recommendations related to engineering decisions

Ability to build and maintain effective work relationships, both internal and external, and establish credibility with business partners. Ability to work within a team environment

Skill in conflict resolution including the ability to address differences in opinions or facts and use the most appropriate method to reach an effective solution

Project management skills

Ability and responsibility to work safely alone and with others while following GRE safety rules, certifications and procedures