Overview Join to apply for the Consultant IV, Control Systems role at PSC Consulting
The energy transition is vital to our future and here at PSC, we are compelled to make a difference. We are specialist consultants to the energy industry, an independent firm with global operations. Our teams have been tackling the thorniest problems for some of the most prominent industry players for 30 years. We provide critical project consulting support for large energy clients, renewable developers, sustainable energy initiatives, and everything in between. Our vision is to empower people to transform the energy industry so that, together we will power a more sustainable world. We do the right thing, we foster bright ideas, we invest in the future and we celebrate success.
At PSC we want work to enhance your life, not dominate it.
What We’re Looking For The role of Consultant IV will be focused on providing consulting services to our clients on technical leadership of Operational Technologies (OT) system integration, maintenance, migration and enhancement of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)/Energy Management Systems (EMS) and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) for clients. You will work with our clients to understand and identify their functional needs and what application modifications and/or developments are necessary. You will also work with PSC Clients to define and lead OT system test programs and support activities. This role will also mentor more junior consultants and help grow the team. Further development of depth in your technical skills, exposure to project diversity and leadership skills are strongly supported.
Responsibilities Provide project integration and support for the installation, upgrade, and maintenance of Energy Management Systems and Advanced Distribution Management Systems.
Oversee and/or participate in development of scripts to help in areas such as data conversion, system configuration, system operation, and testing.
Oversee and/or participate in database modelling for new and existing systems
Oversee and/or participate in display editing for new and existing systems
Oversee and/or participate in testing of systems which includes providing feedback of testing results to client and vendors.
Contribute to diagnostics and problem resolution including performing root cause analysis and interacting with customer and application vendor engineers.
Contribute to system operation improvement initiatives and maintenance documentation based on continuous reviews.
Manage deliverables and hours for individual and team projects
Prepare and review reports
Develop application/function design and operation
Mentor, coach and develop junior engineers/consultants
Preparation of detailed technical reports as client deliverables.
Global interaction with PSC colleagues to coordinate and execute work activities.
Liaise with clients, project/account management, and internal PSC leadership.
Advise clients on project and tactical direction as it relates to their SCADA / EMS / ADMS lifecycle / plans.
Collect detailed requirements from clients and work with your PSC team to propose the optimal solutions to meet client objectives.
Develop methodologies, project plans, and time estimates
Prepare proposals for new work
Manage client expectations through regular communication and responsiveness
As part of the team, track and manage project schedule, budget hours, actions, issues, risks and decisions independently of your own work.
Deliver projects with the highest quality standards within project budget, scope, and timeline objectives.
Contribute to project sheets, case studies, or other deliverable content.
Contribute to small to medium proposal activities for clients.
Identifies potential business opportunities or other client challenges and communicates to management.
Qualifications And Experience Minimum of Ten (10) years of broad SCADA/EMS/ADMS experience, specifically IT/OT projects, ideally working on integration and replacement of applications and services into legacy environments
Bachelor’s or master’s in engineering or a related field (such as Power Systems Engineering) or, comparable professional experience and capability
Experience executing end-to-end vendor functionality and system integration testing (FAT, SAT and UAT).
Good knowledge and understanding of operational technologies solutions and systems
Experience in SDLC, SCM, and various quality processes and methodologies including risk assessment and management.
Experience working with Test Tools (e.g. HPQC, Jira, qTest) for testing and defect management.
Performing or creating training programs and mentoring junior level team members
Strong working experience with EMS/ADMS vendor systems (e.g. GEV/Alstom E-terra, AspenTech/OSI Monarch) and associated applications (Historians, Alarms, Mapboard, Load Shed, Outage Scheduler, Variable/Dynamic Line Rating, ICCP, Power System Network, Training Simulation)
Proficiency with EMS modelling tools, display building tools, and domains (SCADA, Generation, Network, Dispatcher/Operator Training Simulator)
Proficiency with modern programming and scripting language
Experience with SQL RDBMS databases
Excellent computer skills, including: Virtualization, Windows server, Windows desktop, and Linux
Strong knowledge of utility industry regulations.
Registered Professional Engineering status or willingness to obtain.
Additional Attributes And Skills Latitude for independent judgment and decision making.
Ability to deliver small control center systems projects independently.
Ability to function autonomously with minimal to no supervision to accomplish tasks
Works collaboratively with project management and account management functions.
Ability to work to deadlines and exceed client expectations.
Good presentation skills to represent PSC for client presentations, industry forums, working groups and conferences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills – in particular, clear and unambiguous email and technical document writing.
Ability to build and improve relationships with global PSC team members and clients.
Strong conceptual and analytical skills with outstanding attention to detail.
Strong levels of initiative, self-motivation, and aptitude to learn.
Special Requirements Legally authorized to work in Canada.
Ability to travel, occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for business development and consultancy work.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily required to sit or stand at workstation while operating computer, phone, and other office equipment. The employee is required to communicate: speak, write, type and hear.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
What We Offer PSC is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PSC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
At PSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $125,000 USD to $176,000 USD .
You may also be eligible to participate in our profit share program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, 10 scheduled paid holidays, and 10 days of sick leave. Additionally, regular full-time employees accrue up to 15 days of paid vacation. Benefits and perks listed on our careers page vary depending on the nature of employment with PSC and the country\'s work location. For more on benefits see USA Benefits.
PSC is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PSC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
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Employment type Full-time
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