Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II | Transmission Network Modeling

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Summary

Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II | Transmission Network Modeling

As an experienced Energy/IT Solutions Analyst II, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our Energy Management System (EMS), Real-Time Contingency Analysis (RTCA) model, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system, and other electric control center automation systems. You will be responsible for analyzing, researching, developing, maintaining, and implementing improvements to optimize Transmission Network Model reliability and performance.

What your day would be like:

You are responsible for:

• System Enhancement: Analyze, research, and develop improvements for our EMS,RTCA, SCADA, and other automation systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Innovation and Maintenance: Implement and maintain enhancements to our energy management and control systems, driving efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to support and enhance our transmission network modeling and automation systems.
• Performance Optimization: Utilize your expertise to optimize network performance, ensuring our systems are robust and reliable.

The kinds of people we want to talk to have done many of the following:

• Strong Background: Experience in energy and IT solutions, with a solid understanding of EMS,RTCA, SCADA, and control center automation systems.
• Passion for Optimization: A keen interest in optimizing network performance and driving continuous improvements.
• Technical Expertise: Proven ability to analyze, research, develop, and implement system enhancements.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with colleagues to achieve shared goals.

*Employees in Flex roles are required to reside in Arizona (or NM for Four Corners-based employees). Role types are subject to change based on business need.

Minimum Requirements

Energy / IT Solutions Analyst II | Transmission Network Modeling

• Bachelors' degree in Information Technology or related field
• AND two (2) years of prior relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Requires working technical knowledge gained through experience within a job area or system.

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety policies, practices and procedures
• Generation, transmission and distribution system design, operations, and procedures
• Systems software and database administration
• Network and workstation technologies; technical issues related to energy management systems and applications; software, hardware and telecommunication
• Systems for real-time data collection and exchange.
• Skill in developing and writing technical documentation; evaluating and testing emerging technologies
• Python, SQL (Structured Query Language), statistics, mechanics, and physics; technical writing; testing different types of equipment, such as flow meters; Microsoft office, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to troubleshoot Windows and Linux environments; provided off hours support as part of an on-call rotation; work well on a team; works well with customers/clients; problem solve; thinks innovatively; gives high level of attention to detail
• Transmission Network Modeling experience preferably experience using Siemens Spectrum Power

Major Accountabilities

1) Applies technical knowledge to process, provides support with, and solves broad software support requests within the energy management system (EMS), the supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system, and other electric control center automation systems
2) Utilizes approved EMS and SCADA support delivery processes and tools providing input on identified flaws or adjustments
3) Participates in mid-level troubleshooting across most aspects of the SCADA system and leads basic level troubleshooting
4) Provides advanced service and implementation support (i.e., development, operation, and maintenance of operating systems software, network and/or configuration management and database activities for real-time computer systems, develops application programs for scheduling, monitoring, control, accounting, and analysis)
5) Develops statistics and performance reports in own practice area
6) Independently reviews and verifies low risk changes, and escalates as necessary
7) Migrates and deploys moderately complex solutions
8) Participates in on-call rotation to support operations and maintenance of the SCADA system during off hours
9) Suggests improvements that mitigate risks and create a more reliable and efficient electrical grid
10) May help train and assists entry level analysts
 

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.

For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
Arizona Public Service is a smoke free workplace.

Flex Role:
This position is not required to be performed at a specific APS facility as long as adequate technology and a solid ergonomic set up are present. Pending agreement with leadership, employees hired into this role will be able to choose where they prefer to perform their work, but the ultimate decision is the company's. Employees will have two options to choose from: 

• APS office based: The employee prefers to work most of the time from an APS facility.
• Home based: The employee prefers to work most of the time from his/her home.

*Employees in Flex roles are required to reside in Arizona (or NM for Four Corners-based employees). Role types are subject to change based on business need.