The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.
Job Description
The Operation Systems team is looking for an engineer or analyst to join our team who is responsible for the support and management of the Energy Management Systems (EMS) portfolio. The SCADA Engineer/Analyst will be an integral part of the Operations Systems Data Management team in supporting the real time operations of the Alberta Electrical Grid.
Key Accountabilities:
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Design, configure, test, implement, document, troubleshoot, and maintain systems supporting real-time control systems environment, including system hardware, communications, telemetry, and operating system software.
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Optimize system control and monitoring applications specific to project design and operating requirements.
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Support implementation of transmission and generation projects:
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Review technical documents, standards, and single-line diagrams to develop SCADA requirements for the AESO’s power system model.
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Work with internal and external personnel to implement, test, and validate data
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Understand project process and methodologies
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Manage baseline EMS functionality and provide 7 x 24 on-call support for real-time operations, including incident and problem management related to:
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SCADA data configuration and quality
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SCADA Wide Area Network (WAN) and telecommunications links
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Support of protocols including DNP3 and ICCP
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Support and operation of Automatic Generation Control
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Support and manage North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)/Security compliance of the EMS
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Support key internal business users of EMS data and perform technical data analysis
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Provide project input, testing, validation, and support of key initiatives and growth of EMS applications.
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Develop and implement automated methods for system updates and security tasks.
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Interface with IT team for incident/problem management, monitoring service level expectations and agreements, and joint project implementation and support
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Where applicable, support of advanced applications such as power system network model tuning, operator training simulators, voltage and transient stability analysis, wide-area situational awareness tools.
Signs you will enjoy working on this team:
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You thrive in a dynamic environment
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You are comfortable with change and innovation
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You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals and collaborating with others
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You have high personal accountability and find it intuitive to place attention on priorities and value-add items
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You can multitask and balance multiple files and projects in flight
Signs you will enjoy this role:
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You embrace the challenge of facilitating the adoption of new study processes and integration of new technologies.
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You have a curious mind and enjoy digging in deep to learn how things work.
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You have demonstrated advanced problem-solving skills that integrate critical thinking and sound judgement in high-pressure real-time scenarios.
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You adopt new and advanced applications quickly and have strong technical acumen.
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You are skilled at communicating and working with customers to ensure that their needs are being met
Personal attributes to thrive in the Operations Systems team:
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Effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers and multiple levels of management.
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Experience working in teams and proven skills in providing client service and resolving urgent issues.
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Well organized, self-starter with keen desire to learn and structured approach to project delivery under minimal direct supervision.
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Self-motivated and goal-oriented with desire to stay current on latest job-relevant technologies.
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Comfortable to work in a highly secure environment and consistently follow security protocols.
Education & Experience to support your success in this role:
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Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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3 to 5 years of experience in Power Systems related discipline.
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2 or more years of experience in Energy Management System preferred.
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In-depth knowledge of complex control systems applications used in a real-time operating environment and excellent problem-solving skills.
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Understanding power system network modeling and able to demonstrate working knowledge of GE EMS software, and/or have experience with advanced application systems.
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Power Systems engineering and electric utility experience and familiarity with the operation of the AESO power market is considered an asset.
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Experience supporting the SCADA systems, with a working knowledge of telecommunications and network infrastructure. Direct experience with GE EMS products will be an asset.
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Understanding of Remedial Action Schemes (RAS) is also an asset
Note - The worksite for this role requires the ability to travel to a location in NW Calgary that is not accessible by public transit.
Application deadline: May 31, 2023
If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to be full participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
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