Engineering Associate 2

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve.  Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!

 

Deadline to Apply: April 18, 2025

 

Power Generation: Market Operations                              Location: San Antonio, Tx

Pay Grade

14

**Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level**

 

Position Summary

The Engineering Associate position holds the responsibility for the safe, reliable, and economic round-the-clock operation of the generation, electric transmission, and distribution systems. Duties include Engineering responsibilities for the design, construction, maintenance, and operation activities of our power plants, transmission lines, substations, distribution system, gas systems, control centers and others. These Engineering duties may include continuous monitoring and balancing of energy flow and responding to system disturbances, along with all generation, distribution, and transmission activities that provide electric and gas services to customers.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support to Energy Market Operations (EMO) Staff by ensuring Operation Technology (OT) applications and integrated systems work as expected so CPS Energy can effectively control and monitor its generation systems in real-time.
• Monitor, test and troubleshoot issues impacting SCADA systems and/or connectivity to remote locations.
• Responsible for validating accuracy of data and resolving identified issues.
• Ensure compliance with NERC regulations and other CPSE cybersecurity policies by managing security systems for Energy Market Operations (EMO), which includes monitoring, patching, and maintaining critical cyber assets.
• Obtain and maintain knowledge of ERCOT market data and telemetry requirements
• Review, plan, and coordinate system updates and upgrades as required.
• Design and implement SCADA solutions for commissioning additional generation resources or load contracts.
• Develop and support HMI displays to be used by market operations personnel for situational awareness.
• Attend seminars and continuing education opportunities to keep up with new technology and industry advancements.
• Utilize engineering expertise to assess challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Provide training for new changes implemented to SCADA and other applicable systems used by Market Operations staff. 
• Performs other project and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
   

Minimum Skills

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Approval by Business Unit Executive Leadership, as related to the business need for Engineering Associate 2’s without their EIT.Ability to effectively work as an individual contributor and contributing team member.Ability to handle complex assignments with minimum supervision.Ability to work in a team environment, coordinating with other related areas to complete tasks and projects.Ability to research and solve problems.Effective interpersonal skills and written communication skills.Ability to build relationships with coworkers and customers.Demonstrates proficiency in basic management of projects and assignments.Ability to work call duty and occasional unscheduled work in the evenings, weekends, or holidays after experience level permits.Ability to travel occasionally, to off-site work, to seminars, manufacturing plant inspections, etc.Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with programming languages such as C, Perle, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Experience with OSII Monarch SCADA system
• Experience with Aveva PI system (ex: Pi Vision, PI AF, PI Analysis, PI DataLink)
• Experience with RTU communication protocols (ex:  DNP or Modbus)
• Experience with ICCP communication protocol
• Experience with administrative roles with Linux and Window Operating systems.
   

Competencies

Manages AmbiguityCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyDrives Vision and PurposeDrive for Results

Minimum Education

Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or universit Engineer In Training (EIT) designation from Texas Board of Prof Engineers OR Demonstration of advanced skills or specialization appli to the busi area<