EMS Engineer

As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network.

Due to the critical nature of our work, this position is on-site.

The Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition and Energy Management System (SCADA/EMS) manages and controls the electrical transmission grid in Vermont. The EMS Engineer will plan, develop, implement and maintain these systems, which include real-time electrical power system models and advanced applications (Power Flow, State Estimator, and Real-Time Contingency Analysis). You will assist control center operations by utilizing technologies and strategies to improve overall system reliability.

You will learn how to trouble-shoot real-time issues including SCADA, FEP, ICCP, RTU’s, Displays, data archiving, forecasts, EMS Network Model, and Calculations (core). In time, you will contribute to the improvement of procedures and templates and become familiar with the sources of Real-Time Data, the protocols used, and the data-communication transport architecture (core).

Who You Are

To thrive in this role, you should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Engineering Technology. A Master’s Degree in Engineering or a specialized industry credential such as a Certificate in Power Systems Management is desirable.

SCADA/EMS experience is not required, but will be considered.

Compensation Range

$67,828.80 - $144,435.20

This compensation range represents the minimum and maximum pay for this position. Individual offers will be based on various factors including, but not limited to, qualifications, education, skills, competencies, and experience. Please note that most offers for new employees fall under the midpoint of the range, allowing room for continued salary growth. Base pay is just one component of our total compensation package, which may also include comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off and incentive compensation (bonus) potential.

If you need an accommodation as part of the application or interview process, please send a request to careers@velco.com