Energy Management Systems (EMS) Application Engineer (DTS)

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Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAF
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Agency • Information Technology • Professional Services
The Role
The EMS Application Engineer will optimize Energy Management Systems, manage system integration, conduct model validation, and collaborate on technical validation for power systems.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are seeking a highly skilled EMS Application Engineer to administer, optimize, and enhance our Energy Management System (EMS) environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) and/or AEMS Platform Software, along with a deep understanding of power system applications and Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) environments.

This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical energy systems, driving reliability, system efficiency, and innovation in a fast-evolving power landscape.



Key Responsibilities

·       Administer, configure, and optimize the EMS environment including tuning, security patching, and system updates.

·       Perform model validation and defect fixing for the Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) system.

·       Conduct code reviews, manage deployments, and monitor break/fix patches and modifications.

·       Execute corrective actions to restore and maintain technical services on the EMS platform.

·       Manage system integration, configuration, and enhancements across various power system applications.

·       Collaborate with cross-functional teams for testing, troubleshooting, and technical validation.

·       Work with live customer systems to install patches, updates, and technical fixes with precision and reliability.




Requirements

Technical & Functional Skills (Must Have)

·       Strong hands-on experience administering and optimizing Energy Management Systems (EMS), preferably GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) or AEMS; experience with Siemens, OSI, ABB, or Schneider EMS platforms is also valuable.

·       Practical knowledge of Simulated RTU, Simulated IED, and Console configurations.

·       Familiar with ICCP, IEC, DNP3, Modbus, Data Modeling, XML/JSON protocols and standards.

·       Proficient in Linux and Windows operating environments.

·       Knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle and SQL Server.

·       Over 5 years’ experience in Power System Applications, including:

o   Power Flow

o   State Estimator

o   Contingency Analysis

o   Load Frequency Control (AGC)

o   Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS)

·       Expertise in model validation and event creation within power simulation systems.

·       Strong programming/scripting background in C, C++, PERL, SQL, Shell scripting or similar languages.

·       Skilled in log interpretation, debugging, and system troubleshooting.

·       Experience installing fixes or patches on live customer systems.

 

Pre-Screening Questions

Do you have hands-on experience with Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) systems for EMS?

Have you implemented Power System Applications such as Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, or Load Forecasting?

Have you been involved in enhancements or defect fixing for EMS, ADMS, or SCADA systems?

Are you proficient with Linux OS and databases in managing EMS environments?

How comfortable are you with scripting or database queries for troubleshooting or configuration?

Have you worked with Q Test or Grip tools in EMS environments?



Skills Required

  • Strong hands-on experience with Energy Management Systems (EMS)
  • Experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) or AEMS
  • Practical knowledge of Simulated RTU, IED, and Console configurations
  • Familiarity with ICCP, IEC, DNP3, Modbus
  • Proficiency in Linux and Windows environments
  • Knowledge of relational databases such as Oracle and SQL Server
  • Over 5 years' experience in Power System Applications
  • Strong programming/scripting background in C, C++, PERL, SQL, Shell scripting
  • Experience installing fixes or patches on live customer systems
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