Job description

• 1.5 Year Contract- Possible Extensions
• W2 Employee Only- NO CORP to CORP
• Can work 100% remote
• Starting range $65.00/hr+ DOE

JOB DESCRIPTION

Actively involved in the testing and validation of modifications and enhancements to EMS applications. ERCOT Energy Management Systems (EMS) power systems applications portfolio includes Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load Forecasting, Operator Training Simulator (OTS) etc. This position will report to the Manager of Grid & Market Solutions (GMS) Applications Engineering – Grid.

JOB DUTIES

• Primarily responsible for the testing and validation of power system applications portfolio for the EMS upgrade project through the various testing cycles.
• Performs various kinds of structured/unstructured testing and logs defects in the defect tracking tool.
• Works closely with the business lead, project manager and technical lead by providing timely updates and feedback.
• Works closely with the EMS vendor and ERCOT GMS development teams to reproduce defects and test the fixes.
• Works closely with the GMS Systems Support team to get the defect fixes, releases installed across various testing environments.

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES MAY INCLUDE

• Serves as the technical Subject Matter Expert for the department
• Makes independent decisions except in instances of unusually complex application scenarios
• Works on the most complex application issues where analysis of situations requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors
• Works with database administrators and infrastructure teams on complex EMS application issues triggered from server/network/storage/database components
• Tests Non-Functional requirements of EMS application changes and coordinates with database/infrastructure teams to performs the tests
• Fosters and leverages strong working relationships with other internal departments
• Lends professional expertise to guide projects and help teammates assigned by manager
• Demonstrates skills as an expert user of power system software applications and tools, spreadsheet programs, and database programs
• Maintains knowledge of emerging trends and industry best practices
• May become a member of the 24/7 EMS Applications Engineering support on call team and supports, troubleshoot EMS applications and system on call issues.
• May perform EMS network model load testing on periodic basis and updates the model data in real-time based on established procedures.
• May verify and support EMS applications during system site failovers, server/system/database upgrades and patching
• Works independently on assignments and projects

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of work experience in Power system applications – Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, Dynamic Stability Analysis, Load Forecasting, Operator Training Simulator (OTS)
• Highly preferred work experience in GE software & GE Habitat DB tools. If not, other vendor experience such as Hitachi/ABB, Siemens, OSI, GE PowerOn Reliance will suffice with good background in above power system applications & concepts.
• Good experience working in Linux/ Windows Operating systems & working experience with Relational Databases (Oracle, SQL DB) is preferred.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Required)
• Master's Degree: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Preferred)
• or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

Preston-Hunter, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Preston-Hunter, Inc. is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Preston-Hunter, Inc. are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, qualified disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. Preston-Hunter, Inc. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. In the event you feel you have been harassed or discriminated against, immediately report the issue to Preston-Hunter, Inc. Human Resources. Preston-Hunter, Inc. encourages applicants of all ages, except for minors as federal law prohibits.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document, I-9 Form, upon hire. Preston-Hunter, Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Preston-Hunter, Inc. is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before Preston-Hunter, Inc. can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Preston-Hunter, Inc. can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
At this time, Preston-Hunter, Inc. does not sponsor work Visa’s, and all candidates must be eligible to be a W-2 employee working through Preston-Hunter, Inc. All offers of employment, if any, are conditioned on the provision of satisfactory proof of the individual’s right to work in the United States, as required by law

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $65.00 - $70.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

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