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EMS Analyst
- North Carolina's Electric Cooperatives (Raleigh, NC)
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Description
**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._
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