Engineering Associate 2

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Date: Mar 11, 2025

Location: San Antonio, TX, US, 78205

Company: CPS Energy

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 3,300 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: March 28, 2025

Pay Grade

12, 14, 16

*Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level*

Position Summary

Provide engineering and technical support, on a 24x7 basis, to analyze, plan, specify, develop, procure, maintain and enhance the various systems, procedures and processes used to monitor and control, in real-ti me, CPS Energy transmission, distribution and gas facilities via installed SCADA and other Operational Technology (OT).

Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering and technical support to Operations Staff by ensuring OT applications and integrated systems work as expected so CPS Energy can effectively control and monitor its transmission, distribution, and gas systems in real-time
  • Provide OT engineering support to Operations staff ensuring effective execution of power restoration processes for CPS Energy customers.
  • Formulate models and provide engineering direction and support in the development and modification of existing subsystems, functions, applications, databases, processes, procedures, and documentation in such a way asta maximize system accuracy, reliability and usability.
  • Perform network model database changes to add, delete, and modify elements in the SCADA application to support reliable and accurate real-time controls of the CPS Energy electric transmission, distribution, and gas systems.
  • Ensure OT database accuracy by performing point checkouts with field personnel to ensure reliable and accurate representation of OT models in real-time operations.
  • Support electric advanced power flow and state estimation functions for real-time system operations use(e.g.state estimation, Volt-VAR optimization, fault location and isolation, etc.).
  • Ensure regulatory compliance by collaborating with various groups within CPS Energy and creating, maintaining, and verifying OT cyber security controls and documentation.
  • Work with Enterprise IT personnel to maintain the reliability and availability of all OT system functions.
  • Support archiving and reporting tools used by other departments within CPS Energy, Support SCADA Operator Training Simulators so that System Operators have a viable simulator for annual required training.
  • Identify OT application issues or opportunities and coordinate with application vendor to develop a software update and test plan.
  • Work independently to verify vendor software patches. Develop detailed test and implementation procedures to install new software (code) onto a real-time control system.
  • Technical expertise and creativity to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex problems that increase value delivered to CPS Energy operations and customers.

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

  • Broad knowledge of other related areas and how they influence operational/tactical aspects
  • Experience with Computer Aided-Drafting systems and Bentley Microstation software
  • Experience with ESRI GIS software and Arc FM Designer software
  • Experience with SAP and Work Manager software
  • Familiarity with advanced SCADA applications such as State Estimation and Volt Var Optimization programs.
  • Experience troubleshooting telemetry errors and performance problems as they relate to SCADA systems.
  • Ability to solve complex technical problems through creativity and the use of applied technologies to bring value to CPS Energy and our customers.

Competencies

Manages Ambiguity
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Drives Vision and Purpose
Drive 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

Required Certifications

Working Environment

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.
Employee may potentially be exposed to hazardous chemicals, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather, noisy and dusty environment.
Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business events. After hours work may be required.

Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.


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