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Chugach Electric Careers

Systems Analyst, SCADA/EMS

Chugach Electric Careers, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507

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Systems Analyst, SCADA/EMS Chugach Electric Careers is seeking a systems analyst to develop and manage Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition/Energy Management Systems (SCADA/EMS) in support of system operations.

The role will adapt hardware and software packages to meet Chugach’s needs by developing, updating, and enhancing databases and applications for automated generation control, power forecasting, scheduling, energy accounting, online load flow, and automated control programs.

Summary This position will develop and manage SCADA/EMS consistent with Chugach requirements in support of system operations.

Additionally, the role will adapt hardware and software packages to Chugach’s needs by developing, updating, and enhancing databases and applications for automated generation control, power forecasting, scheduling, energy accounting, online load flow, and automated control programs.

Essential Functions

Examine, evaluate, develop and modify SCADA/EMS system applications, databases, and infrastructure in support of Generation, Transmission, and Distribution operations.

Coordinate technical support with other departments.

Develop project plans and specifications consistent with requirements for upgrades and new SCADA/EMS requirements.

Plan, install, and maintain software packages and associated computer and networking infrastructure.

Coordinate with engineers and technicians on SCADA/EMS requirements for assigned distribution, transmission, and generation projects.

Develop training programs to instruct Power Dispatchers on newly installed software systems.

Maintain an ongoing SCADA/EMS Cyber Security Program.

Create and maintain all required SCADA/EMS documentation.

Create and maintain operator procedures pertaining to software products.

Maintain a library of software packages, documentation, network diagrams, and configuration files for the SCADA/EMS.

Coordinate testing and perform commissioning of new SCADA installations and maintenance of existing installations.

Perform required SCADA/EMS server, workstation, network, and security administration tasks.

Maintain data historian and interfaces for end users.

Maintain SCADA/EMS datalinks with other utilities.

Maintain and track system availability consistent with high availability requirements.

Other duties as assigned.

Relationships – Internal

Manager, SCADA/EMS: Report to receive direction, guidance and decisions from.

SCADA/EMS Staff: Confer with, give and receive information.

Other Chugach Departments: Confer with, give and receive information.

Manager Power Control: Receive direction from regarding SCADA/EMS functional requirements.

Relationships – External

Bargaining Unit Representatives

Vendors/Contractors: Work with SCADA/EMS software vendors and contractors when installing, modifying, or maintaining system.

Alaska Energy Authority Intertie Committee: Provide software support for Chugach to interface with other electric utilities.

Other electric utilities: Coordinate with user groups to develop common intertie software.

Competencies

Knowledge of software development, testing, and maintenance, and its application to power system operation for an electrical utility.

Server, network, application and database administration skills.

Awareness of the continual changes in SCADA/EMS and computer technology.

Knowledge of hardware functions and operation, and an understanding of the interface requirements of software/hardware, application software, databases, and operating systems.

Ability to analyze SCADA/EMS operational trends and make recommendations for improvements.

Knowledge in areas of planning and control; ability to apply project management techniques.

Knowledge of cyber security requirements and their application in an electrical utility environment.

Familiarity with the network segmentation principles and the ability to configure firewalls, manage Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), and implement other security protocols to protect the network from unauthorized access.

Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.

Supervisory Responsibility This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment Work is performed in a standard office environment. This position has on-call responsibilities on a rotating basis. Occasional travel is required, along with local visits to switchyards, power plants, and vendor training sites.

Minimum Qualifications And Experience Education Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer science, or related discipline, required. Additional training in Computer Systems or specific training in software systems relating to the electric utility industry is preferred.

Experience

Two (2) years’ experience in software development at the programmer/analyst level in SCADA/EMS, required.

Experience with C, SQL, and scripting programming languages, required.

Experience with Windows and Linux-based system administration, TCP/IP network administration, and implementation and troubleshooting of various data communication protocols, required.

Experience with the configuration of Cisco networking hardware and server virtualization, preferred.

Experience working in a union environment and electric utility, preferred.

Company Description Chugach Electric Association is a member‑owned cooperative headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska.

With more than 92,000 members and 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines, Chugach provides reliable, affordable power throughout the region.

The company prides itself on stability, sustainability, and a long‑term commitment to its workforce.

Chugach's Corporate Vision Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's Corporate Mission We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's Corporate Values Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.

Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Medical, RX, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Telemedicine

Financial Security

401K Plan

Defined Benefit (Pension)

Retirement Investment services

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

Work, Life & Health

20 days vacation for first year of employment

10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

MetLife Will Preparation

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Information Technology

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