Control Systems Analyst SCADA

CenterPoint Energy and its predecessor companies have been in business for more than 150 years.

Our Vision: Our vision is to become the most admired utility in the United States through the execution of our long-term growth strategy. We have an unwavering commitment to safely and reliably deliver electricity and natural gas to millions of people.

Our Commitment: CenterPoint Energy is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where business results are achieved through the skills, abilities and talents of our diverse workforce.

At CenterPoint Energy, individuals are respected for their contributions toward our company objectives. We strive for an inclusive work environment across all levels that is reflective of the available workforce in the communities we serve.

Summary:

Support Control Center operations from the Control Systems Operations center. Once fully qualified, will support a 24/7 operation. Support includes monitoring and troubleshooting of SCADA connected control systems, network infrastructure, hardware monitoring, and clients on an isolated Windows domain.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Work with Operators, Analysts and Engineers to research, develop, and implement enhancements to the Energy Management System (EMS) and Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA), and other electric control center automation systems
• Work with EMS/SCADA vendors to modify, implement and document application changes
• Define specifications, design and test applications to ensure that they meet changing functional requirements
• Provide detailed electrical power grid analysis information in diagnosing, troubleshooting and resolving problems with the EMS/SCADA applications
• Support RTU configuration and testing
• Diagnose bad data and recommend solutions
• Diagnose and solve SCADA control problems
• Create and maintain the EMS/SCADA Realtime and Maintenance databases for a Linux based EMS/SCADA system
• Schedule with substation field crews to implement new RTUs in the SCADA database when field construction has been completed
• Support the development and maintenance of the EMS network model
• Test the EMS network model and software changes to ensure that network applications produce consistent and credible results
• Work with Operators and other Engineers in analyzing power grid operation scenarios for secure and reliable operations
• Provide post-event analysis support by utilizing EMS/SCADA applications

Education:

The Position Requires Bachelor's Degree in engineering, computer science or information technology, or an equivalent field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:

• 3 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience (e.g. Master + 1 years' related work experience).
• Able to communicate technical issues effectively; both orally, and in writing.
• Able to understand SCADA protocols and RTU communication.
• Knowledge of computer troubleshooting, use of remote sessions for technical support.
• Experience with system monitoring tools to analyze hardware status, network activity, user activity a plus

We want you to know
Being a part of the CenterPoint Energy team is more than a career alone. It's an opportunity to make a positive impact. You will be an integral part of enabling everyday life and the pursuit of possibilities for the customers we serve and the communities we share. The vital services we provide are at the core of making our world work, and by sharing your energy with us, we'll create a better tomorrow together.

What we bring to you

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

Job Type:Full Time
Posting Start Date: 07/08/2025
Posting End Date: 07/25/2025

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR * 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a), and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

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