Winchester, Kentucky
Posted: 06-May-25
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Summary Description: The EMS Analyst, part of the Control Systems department within BITS, is responsible for supporting and maintaining NCEC’s GE Energy Management System (EMS). This senior-level role involves technical support, design, implementation, and troubleshooting of all EMS/SCADA-related software and hardware to ensure system reliability and operational excellence.
Academic and Trade Qualifications: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Electric Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is required.
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in technical support for GE EMS systems.
- Experience with DERMS, AVEVA PI, RTAC, and HMI systems is highly desirable.
Responsibilities:
- Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot GE EMS components, including SCADA , Generation Applications, SMP, and OAG platforms.
- Design, develop, and support EMS system enhancements based on operational needs and future requirements.
- Maintain and update GE EMS models and displays to ensure accurate system representation.
- Conduct point-to-point validation and commissioning of new field devices.
- Configure and troubleshoot telemetry protocols such as DNP, Modbus, ICCP, OPC, and DTO.
- Provide system administration and real-time operational support as part of a 24/7 on-call rotation, ensuring system availability and cybersecurity compliance.
Job Knowledge:
- In-depth knowledge of real-time computer systems, including Windows Server OS, and Microsoft SQL Server.
- Strong understanding of the capabilities and limitations of software and peripheral devices used in Energy Management, SCADA, Telemetry, and other real-time operational systems.
- Proficiency in programming within the GE EMS Habitat environment using C++.
- Knowledge of Schweitzer meter programming, RTU/RTAC programming, and communication protocols such as DNP3 and ICCP preferred.
- Working knowledge of TCP/IP and Cellular networking
- General understanding of the G&T Cooperative business model, with the ability to translate power supply contracts into EMS operational requirements.
Abilities and Skills:
- Ability to work collaboratively with Control Systems staff and EMC personnel to analyze, diagnose, and resolve technical issues.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop, implement, and follow through on effective solutions.
- Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Relationships and Contacts: Reports to Director of Control Systems with external interaction with EMC Members and Vendors, Consultants and Contractors
Working Conditions:
- Participation in a rotating 24/7 on-call support schedule.
- Occasional in-state travel required.
- Hybrid work arrangement: on-site attendance at NCEC’s location required on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Company Profile: North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives (http://ncemcs.com/about/ncemc.htm) is the brand for the family of organizations formed to support the state’s 26 local electric cooperatives, including: North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation, the power supplier to many of the electric cooperatives; North Carolina Association of Electric Cooperatives, the cooperatives’ trade association; and Tarheel Electric Membership Association, Inc. (TEMA), a central purchasing and materials-supply cooperative.
North Carolina Electric Membership Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment.