Orlando Utilities Commission

Engineer EMS

LocationOrlando, FL
Salary$80,771-$100,963

About This Job

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Engineer EMS to join the Trans,Substation & Sys Protect division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are looking for a detail-oriented, tech-savvy professional to support and enhance OUC’s Energy Management System (EMS), Pi Historian, and other real-time operational tools critical to grid reliability.

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining real-time system databases, implementing EMS network applications, supporting OATI energy scheduling software, and ensuring compliance with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards. You will also assist in designing EMS screens, configuring system patches, and helping to improve operational efficiency across the utility. We are looking for a curious and self-motivated engineer with a strong foundation in power systems, a passion for innovation, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.

This role offers a flexible hybrid schedule with in-office collaboration on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. To support your success, you'll participate in hands-on, onsite training 4 to 5 days a week during the initial onboarding period.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals. Click here to learn more about what we do.


The ideal candidate will have:

A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution (required)
Hands-on experience or strong foundational knowledge in EMS applications, OATI energy scheduling software, Pi Historian systems, and power system operations
Familiarity with NERC-CIP standards and an understanding of real-time power system operations and compliance environments
Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented approach, with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems, learn quickly, communicate clearly, and contribute to process improvement initiatives

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

Competitive compensation
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave
Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
Access to family-oriented recreational areas
Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
Free downtown parking
Hybrid work schedule

Click here to view our Benefits Summary.

Salary Range: $80,771 - $ 100,963 annually - commensurate with experience

Location: 6003 Pershing Ave, Orlando, FL 32822

Please see below a complete Job description for this position.


Job Purpose:

Under general direction of the Sr Engineer, implement and maintain OUC’s Energy Management System (EMS), Pi Historian, Bulk Power System (BPS) model and advanced real-time tools. Assist in the maintenance of OATI energy accounting and scheduling software applications.


Primary Functions:

Maintain real-time database, stations, infrastructure and network applications model;
Implement and maintain EMS Advanced Network Applications software and solve general EMS issues as assigned;
Maintain Open Access Technology International (OATI) software regarding energy accounting and scheduling and assist with developing training material for OATI and EMS software functionality;
Ensure the administration of operation system (patching, testing, etc.) remains compliant with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards;
Design EMS screens, functions and calculations;
Assist with (Pi) Historian, Application Framework and Visualization System to ensure OUC Operations requirements are being met;
Support OUC’s Operational Planning staff regarding Advanced Network Applications software;
Attend training related to operating systems, software programming, transmission planning and operations to acquire, develop and stay current on essential skills and knowledge;
Perform other duties as assigned.


Technical Requirements:

Working knowledge of all, but not limited to the following:
Electric Engineering Systems, Operating Systems, and Power Systems;
OATI applications/EMS applications;
Source Database Builder;
Display Editor and Script Editing;
Transmission Network Applications;
NERC standards;
Operator’s Manual;
Electric System Drawings;
Software Applications (i.e. VMWare (cloud/virtualization software), KASEYA (OT systems management software) AutoCAD, EMS, OATI, Pi System (Historian, Application Framework, Vision, Pi Cloud link, Pi Data Link, Pi Business Integrator;
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM);
Related industry, organizational and departmental policies, practices, and procedures; legal guidelines, ordinances, and laws;
Prepare and/or process various types of reports (i.e. NERC/ FERC/ FRCC reports, network and contingency analysis reports, balancing authority and TOP energy reports, etc.);
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written;
Comprehend, use and derive electric engineering calculations;
Able to program using a High Level Language;
Be self-motivated and a team player, able to work under pressure;
Ability to use virtual servers;
Ability to use and derive Electric Engineering Calculations;
Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, compute rates, ratios and percentages;
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.).


Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university;
Certification to be completed within 1 (one) year of hire:
Engineer in Training (EIT)
Special Training to be completed within two (2) years of hire:
EMS Console
EMS and ICCP Database
Display Building
Automatic Generation Control
Transmission Network Applications
Energy Scheduling and Accounting
Pi Systems
Software Patching


Working Conditions:

This job is absent of disagreeable working conditions.


Physical Requirements:

This job consists of sitting, speaking and hearing. This job consists of typing, writing and reading. This job may consist of walking, lifting up to or over forty (40) lbs., reaching over head and repetitive motions. Additionally, this job may require driving of a company vehicle.

OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.


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