EMS Analyst 3

BHE Renewables, LLC is hiring an EMS Analyst 3 in Des Moines, IA. The role involves supporting software and hardware development for Electric EMS and Gas SCADA systems, performing system studies, configuration of EMS/SCADA systems, and participating in complex projects. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in engineering or computer science (or equivalent experience) and at least 6 years in EMS operations. Strong analytical and communication skills are required.
Job Description: The EMS Analyst 3 provides support for software and hardware development, implementation and maintenance for all Electric EMS and Gas SCADA computer systems. Performs studies and carries out projects involving application and system software and hardware design, development, implementation, testing, training, operation and maintenance.
Responsibilities:
• Provides support for software and hardware development, implementation and maintenance for all control center computer systems.
• Participates in the development and/or implementation of margin-improving software to meet the needs of market dispatch conditions
• Configuration of the EMS/SCADA systems to provide an interface between remote terminal units (RTUs) located within substations and the EMS. This includes a functional checkout of RTU communications.
• Performs studies and carries out projects involving application and system software and hardware design, development, implementation, testing, training, operation and maintenance
• Develops and implements new concepts in electric control system software, while maintaining the integrity of the bulk electric system
• Develops and modifies software required to integrate computer peripheral devices and other hardware into the system.
• Participates in formulating, evaluating, selecting, developing and implementing new or revised systems and procedures
• Participates in highly complex projects related to the development of new systems, architecture, applications or technology capabilities in support of business goals
• Assists with project planning, system analysis, software design and coding, testing, documentation, implementation and research activities as necessary for software engineering projects
• May guide Analyst I/II - EMS in the completion of assigned projects
• Participates in establishing documentation procedures and uses those procedures to document all actions necessary to install and maintain system and application software
• Performs additional duties as requested or assigned
• Subject to standby duty 24-hours per day on a rotating schedule

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical preferred), computer science or a related field or equivalent work experience. 6 years of related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a bachelor's degree.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in EMS or related operations
• Information systems skills to modify and produce software under the supervision of others and to perform hardware maintenance
• Excellent knowledge of real-time systems and control software and computer operating system software
• Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills to recognize patterns in data, information or events, to draw logical conclusions and to make recommendations
• Effective oral and written communication skills to transmit information accurately and understandably
• Coordination skills to meet deadlines and to organize/maintain system drawings and software version control
• Understanding of electric and gas system operation, metering, communications, remote terminal unit equipment, data transmission equipment and related devices
• Teamwork skills to work with others in the department and with external customers to benefit the department and the organization as a whole
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law.

Job Info

Job Identification: 10002324

Job Category: Information Technology

Posting Date: 2025-02-11

Apply Before: 2025-02-21T21:16:00+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Locations: 1615 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA, 50309, US

Salary Range: $103,800 - $146,400

Business: BHE Renewables, LLC

Compensation details: 103800-146400 Yearly Salary

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Benefits:
401K, Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development, Medical, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability

About the Company:
BHE Renewables, LLC

Berkshire Hathaway Energy owns one of the largest renewable energy portfolios in the U.S. Our commitment to the environment begins with the manner in which we generate electricity. A growing portion of our electricity generation mix now comes from environmentally cleaner sources such as wind, water, the sun and the earth’s natural heat.

As part of Berkshire Hathaway Energy’s expansion into the unregulated renewables market, a primary subsidiary – BHE Renewables – was developed to oversee unregulated solar, wind, hydro and geothermal projects.

Based in Des Moines, Iowa, BHE Renewables encompasses BHE Solar, BHE Wind, BHE Geothermal and BHE Hydro.

Company Size:
50 to 99 employees

Industry:
Other/Not Classified

Founded:
2011

Website:
https://www.bherenewables.com/