Consultant II, Control Systems

The energy transition is vital to our future and here at PSC, we are compelled to make a difference. We are specialist consultants to the energy industry, an independent firm with global operations. Our teams have been tackling the thorniest problems for some of the most prominent industry players for 30 years. We provide critical project consulting support for large energy clients, renewable developers, sustainable energy initiatives, and everything in between. Our vision is to empower people to transform the energy industry so that, together we will power a more sustainable world. We do the right thing, we foster bright ideas, we invest in the future and we celebrate success.

At PSC we want work to enhance your life, not dominate it.

We...

• Thrive in a culture where people are our greatest asset and we truly celebrate and value the individual.

• Have an entrepreneurial spirit, love new ideas and are always looking to improve.

• Understand that everyone has a personal life and provides a flexible work environment - you are an adult, and we trust you to get the job done.

• Provide amazing growth and leadership opportunities in an autonomous role.

• Are a highly collaborative worldwide team of professionals defining the future of this industry.

• Offer competitive compensation & benefits including BUPA private medical insurance, life insurance and annual income protection.

We encourage our people to continually learn, grow and expand their skills and knowledge. Perhaps you would like to complete a master’s or a PhD but haven’t done so yet. We will reimburse a portion of your course fees, up to a maximum of $5,000.00 a year. We have offices in the US and Canada and we have been working in a distributed fashion for years. We are open to hybrid and remote work, or we can offer you a place in one of our offices if you prefer. At this time we are only able to accept applicants with US or Canada working rights. 

What we’re looking for:

The role of Consultant II will be focused on providing consulting services to our clients on technical leadership of Operational Technologies (OT) system integration, maintenance, migration and enhancement of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)/Energy Management Systems (EMS) and Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) In this case monarch/OSI, for clients. You will work with our clients to understand and identify their functional needs and what application modifications and/or developments are necessary. You will also work with PSC Clients to define and lead Operational Technologies (OT) system test programs and support activities. This role will also mentor more junior consultants and help grow the team. Further development of depth in your technical skills, exposure to project diversity and leadership skills are strongly supported.

Above all we hire people with high emotional intelligence, capable of managing both themselves and others with empathy, integrity, and a deep commitment to organizational excellence. If you are a person who exhibits honesty, ethical decision-making, and fosters, and appreciates loyalty and respect, then this is the role, and company for you!

Responsibilities are, but not limited to:

• Provide project integration and support for the installation, upgrade, and maintenance of Energy Management Systems and Advanced Distribution Management Systems.

• Participate in development of scripts to help in areas such as data conversion, system configuration, system operation, and testing.

• Participate in database modeling for new and existing systems

• Participate in display editing for new and existing systems

• Participate in testing of systems which includes providing feedback of testing results to client and vendors.

• Contribute to diagnostics and problem resolution including performing root cause analysis and interacting with customer and application vendor engineers.

• Contribute to system operation improvement initiatives and maintenance documentation based on continuous reviews.

• Manage deliverables and hours for assigned projects

• Prepare and review reports

• Develop application/function design and operation

• Preparation of detailed technical reports as client deliverables.

• Global interaction with PSC colleagues to coordinate and execute work activities.

• Liaise with clients.

• Advise clients on project and tactical direction as it relates to their SCADA / EMS / ADMS lifecycle / plans.

• Collect detailed requirements from clients and work with your PSC team to propose the optimal solutions to meet client objectives.

• Develop methodologies, project plans, and time estimates

• Assist in the preparation of proposals for new work

• Manage client expectations through regular communication and responsiveness

• Deliver projects with the highest quality standards within project budget, scope, and timeline objectives.

• Contribute to project sheets, case studies, or other deliverable content.

• Identifies potential business opportunities or other client challenges and communicates to management.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related field (such as Power Systems Engineering) or, comparable professional experience and capability

• Minimum of Three (3) years of SCADA/EMS/ADMS experience, specifically IT/OT projects, ideally working directly on system delivery and integration activities for utility clients.

• Strong working experience with the AspenTech/OSI monarch EMS & ADMS application suites, preferably in Power Systems Engineering capacity.

• Familiarity with monarch’s advanced applications and feature sets, such as...

  • Network modeling

  • Contingency planning

  • Powerflow analysis

  • Automated Generation Control

  • Volt/Var control & optimization

  • Continuous voltage regulation

  • Fault location and restoration

  • Outage management

• Experience executing end-to-end vendor functionality and system integration testing (FAT, SAT and UAT).

• Good knowledge and understanding of operational technologies solutions and systems

• Experience working with Test Tools (e.g. HPQC, Jira, qTest) for testing and defect management.

• Proficiency with EMS modelling tools, display building tools, and domains (SCADA, Generation, Network, Dispatcher/Operator Training Simulator)

• Proficiency with modern programming and scripting language

• Experience with SQL RDBMS databases

• Excellent computer skills, including Virtualization, Windows server, Windows desktop, and Linux

• Strong knowledge of utility industry regulations.

Additional Attributes and Skills:

• Latitude for independent judgment and decision making.

• Ability to deliver small projects independently.

• Ability to function autonomously with minimal to no supervision to accomplish tasks

• Works collaboratively with project management and account management functions.

• Ability to work to deadlines and exceed client expectations.

• Good presentation skills to represent PSC for client presentations, industry forums, working groups and conferences.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – in particular, clear and unambiguous email and technical document writing.

• Ability to build and improve relationships with global PSC team members and clients.

• Strong conceptual and analytical skills with outstanding attention to detail.

• Strong levels of initiative, self-motivation, and aptitude to learn.

Special Requirements:

• US or Canada Citizenship or work rights.

• Ability to travel, occasionally working evenings and weekends as needed for business development and consultancy work.

We wouldn’t be where we are today without our amazing people. We are passionate about contributing to a meaningful mission and are proud of our people. If you’ve been searching for a human-centric culture, then perhaps you’ve finally found your match with PSC. If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of then we would love to tell you more.

What We offer

At PSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $88,000 USD to $124,000 USD

You may also be eligible to participate in our profit share program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, 10 scheduled paid holidays, and 10 days of sick leave. Additionally, regular full-time employees accrue up to 15 days of paid vacation. Benefits and perks listed on our careers page vary depending on the nature of employment with PSC and the country's work location. For more on benefits see USA Benefits.

PSC is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. PSC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.