SCADA Engineering Associate/Engineer

Pay Grade 16

Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Provide engineering and technical support to System Operations and enterprise stakeholders on a 24×7 basis toanalyze, plan, specify, develop, procure, maintain, and enhance systems, procedures, and processes used tomonitor and control CPS Energy’s transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and gas facilitiesthrough SCADA and other Operational Technology (OT) platforms. Modify and analyze network models to ensurethe accuracy and reliability of OT and advanced applications, while integrating OT systems with external platformsto maximize data accuracy and operational effectiveness. Maintain and support advanced applications and third-party products to optimize system value, design and troubleshoot front-end telemetry infrastructure using variousSCADA and OT protocols, and uphold strong cybersecurity and reliability compliance standards. Drive innovationby leveraging existing OT solutions to overcome operational challenges and deliver value to System Operations,the company, and the community.

Deadline to Apply: August 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST

• Provide engineering and technical support to Operations Staff by ensuring OT applications and integrated systems work as expected so CPS Energy can effectively control and monitor its transmission, distribution, and gas systems in real time.
• Provide OT engineering support to Operations Staff to ensure effective execution of power restoration processes for CPS Energy customers.
• Formulate models and provide engineering direction and support in the development and modification of existing OT subsystems, functions, applications, databases, processes, procedures, and documentation to maximize system accuracy, reliability, and usability.
• Perform network model database changes to add, delete, and modify elements in the SCADA Application to support reliable and accurate real-time control of CPS Energy’s electric transmission, distribution, and gas systems.
• Ensure OT database accuracy by performing point checkouts with field personnel to ensure reliable and accurate representation of OT models in real-time operations.
• Support advanced electric power flow and state estimation functions for real-time system operations, including state estimation, Volt-VAR optimization, fault location, and isolation.
• Ensure regulatory compliance by collaborating with various groups within CPS Energy and creating, maintaining, and verifying OT cybersecurity controls and documentation.
• Assign and direct the technical work of others, including vendors and consultants.
• Work with Enterprise IT personnel to maintain the reliability and availability of all OT system functions.
• Support archiving and reporting tools used by other departments within CPS Energy.
• Support SCADA Operator Training Simulators so System Operators have a viable simulator for required annual training.
• Identify OT application issues or enhancement opportunities and coordinate with application vendors to develop software updates and test plans.
• Work independently to verify vendor software patches and develop detailed testing and implementation procedures for installing new software code on real-time control systems.
• Use technical expertise and creativity to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex problems that increase the value delivered to CPS Energy operations and customers.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of power systems analysis and design
• Experience with power flow modeling and associated tools, such as CIM and PSS/E
• Experience with electric load modeling and forecasting tools
• Experience with electric real-time systems
• Familiarity with electric grid modernization, grid optimization, or distribution automation, including Smart Grid technologies
• Knowledge of SCADA and web-based protocols, including DNP Serial/IP, Modbus, ICCP, MultiSpeak, IEEE 2030.5, OpenADR, and RESTful protocols
• Familiarity with NERC CIP, NIST cybersecurity controls, and other Bulk Electric System reliability standards
• Knowledge and fluent use of Linux operating systems and shell scripting
• Knowledge and fluent use of Windows operating systems and PowerShell
• Basic-to-intermediate TCP/IP networking skills
• Knowledge of high-level programming languages, such as Visual Basic, JavaScript, Perl, Awk, C++, C#, PHP, or Python
• Knowledge of Oracle databases and SQL+ query language
• Knowledge of big-data or business-intelligence platforms, such as Tableau, Hadoop, or similar platforms
• Knowledge of common communication protocols, including RS-232, TCP/IP, SSH, and HTTP
• Experience reading output from ASE test sets and using Wireshark for protocol-level debugging
• Experience with or knowledge of OSI PI usage and administration
• Ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training certification and a Texas Professional Engineer license
• Familiarity with advanced SCADA applications, including Short Circuit Fault Location, Contingency Analysis, State Estimation, and Volt-VAR Optimization programs
• Experience troubleshooting telemetry errors and performance problems related to SCADA systems
• Ability to solve complex technical problems through creativity and applied technologies to deliver value to CPS Energy and its customers