EMS SCADA Consultant II

Location: Hybrid (3 Days On-site – 2 Days WFH) – Preferred: Golden, CO | Also Considered: Minneapolis, MN & Amarillo, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time Consultant

Are you ready to level up your career in energy systems? Trissential is hiring an EMS SCADA Consultant II to join our client’s team and help support the digital backbone of their Bulk Electric System (BES) grid. If you’ve got solid hands-on experience with SCADA/EMS technologies, love solving technical puzzles, and want to work on critical infrastructure that powers entire regions—this one’s for you.

What’s in It for You?

• Work That Matters – Play a key role in real-time grid operations supporting critical energy infrastructure
• Flexible Hybrid Schedule – Work onsite 3 days a week and from home the other 2
• Development Time Built-In – Use lighter days to strengthen your technical skills and grow professionally
• Collaborative Team Culture – Be part of a supportive team of engineers, contractors, and interns
  
  

Your Role & Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational support for EMS and SCADA systems (eg, XA-21)
• Analyze technical issues, troubleshoot problems, and escalate with vendors when needed
• Configure system interfaces and data points to enterprise systems such as OSI PI, APIs, and ESB
• Participate in weekly team and project meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Assist in building/modifying HMI screens and managing SCADA databases
• Collaborate with the Transmission Group, Commercial Operations, and IT support teams
• Follow NERC-CIP compliance and use change management tools like ServiceNow
  
  

Skills & Experience You Should Possess

• 3–5 years of experience in EMS/SCADA environments, ideally with platforms like XA-21
• Familiarity with ICCP, RTU configurations, and real-time data systems
• Basic scripting/programming experience (eg, Python, PowerShell, VB, or Linux shell scripting)
• Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to support real-time operations
• Good communication skills and willingness to collaborate across diverse teams
• Exposure to NERC-CIP compliance and change management processes
  
  

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with AGC/GDC, TSM, or SOE/Alarm management
• Hands-on with OSIsoft PI or other data historian tools
• Exposure to OATI Web applications, Digi, Meinbergs, or custom script development
• Comfortable working in Linux-based environments
  
  

Education & Certifications You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands-on experience)
• Certifications in EMS/SCADA, control systems, or networking protocols are a plus
  
  

What We Offer

Trissential is dedicated to helping top talent thrive in high-impact roles. Join our client’s team and help build the energy systems of the future.

• Competitive Salary – $118,000 – $128,000 annually, based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings plans
• Hybrid Work Flexibility – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote each week
• Supportive Work Culture – You'll never feel like just a number
• Leave Policy – 3 weeks PTO annually
  
  

Excited to put your EMS/SCADA skills to work in a role with purpose? Apply now and take your next step with Trissential.

This role is only open to individuals authorized to work in the United States.