SCADA Specialist - Gas & Light Salary $65,520.00 - $102,731.20 Annually Location Richmond, VA Job Type Full-Time Permanent Job Number 35M00000457 Department Public Utilities Division Gas and Light Opening Date 01/29/2025 Closing Date Continuous Description Benefits Questions Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y? Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity…YOU!!! This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus Tuition Assistance Program Description The City of Richmond Department of Public Utilities - Richmond Gas Works is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the SCADA Specialist position. The selected candidate will plan, design, develop, test, deploy and maintain programs and process control equipment as found within the Natural Gas Distribution System and the Gas Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA) System. The candidate will also perform field calibrations, troubleshooting and repairing of various support devices within the Natural Gas Gate Stations, the Regulator Vaults and individual Pressure Sites. Additional duties include maintaining standards and testing pressures gauges, voltage meters Infrared Guns and other devices As part of your professional development with Richmond Gas Works, the Utility offers an internal training program supplemented by Vendor specific training for individual possessing an AE, AS, AT, AES, AET, AIT, APE or higher degrees. This program will be extended to applicants with a minimum of five years in industrial automation software development/Process Control. Duties include but are not limited to Participates in the design/development and implementation of the Natural Gas SCADA System, includes Bristol Babcock and Emerson ControlWave Process Controllers, Automation ONSPEC Human Machine Interface (HMI) Software, EZTouch Graphic Panel Software; Local/Remote Networking of Process Controllers and PCs; AC/DC electrical troubleshooting; Independent Project Oversight, and database maintenanceRecommends and assists with the implementation of goals, protocols, and standards for the design, security, and reliability of the Gas SCADA SystemAdministers various software programs related to the Gas SCADA System. This includes the management of all DPC's, RTU's, PAC's, PLC's and HMI programs, as well as revisions and backup strategiesServes as technical lead for Gas SCADA improvements. Reviews current and proposed regulations and coordinates network modifications with Capital Improvement ProjectsServes as a lead for security, maintenance, repair, and improvement to the controls and communications systems for the Natural Gas SCADA SystemInstalls, configures, and modifies hardware and software to achieve increased efficiency, productivity, gas transport safety and improved work processesRecommends and provides oversight on contracts for hardware/software upgrades and predictive maintenance for the SCADA SystemInstall and routinely calibrate flow, pressure, temperature and other devices within the Gas Distribution SystemOffers training to Gas Controllers and others as required The selected candidate must be able to work, weekends and holidays as scheduled. Incumbents serves as an Essential employee, which means that the incumbent is required to work when the City is closed due to public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions, or inclement weather. Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Associate degree in electrical engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science or Computer Networking supplemented Three (3) years of process control experience with an emphasis in SCADA technology or in Natural Gas Distribution or similar sytemAn equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Requires a valid Drivers License or a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Drivers License within 30 days of hire. PREFERRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:Experience Developing/Servicing a Gas SCADA System or equivalentCompletion of software development classes for Process ControllersCompletion of software development classes for HMIsAbility to communicate and present information using written reports, group presentations and effective public speaking skillsAbility to direct, coordinate and provide input related to the evaluation of the work of othersProficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access);10 years of experience developing/maintaining a Distributed SCADA System in Gas or Water Distribution System Working knowledge of IEC 61131-3 programming standardKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AN D ABILITIES: TYPICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary. Knowledge (some combination of the following):Electrical Theory and Practices: Digital & Analog CircuitryBristol Babcock Hardware and SoftwareEmerson ControlWave Hardware and SoftwareIndustry standards related to design, performance, and optimization of SCADA networksControl system expertise with network security, radio communications, wireless communications, firewalls, routers and switches, leased lines and HMI/DPC/PAC/PLC applicationsBasic principles of a Natural Gas Distribution System Skills (some combination of the following):Interpreting and explaining performance metrics and SCADA optimization to a non-technical audienceReading and understanding drawings, schematics, loop drawings, and flowchartsProblem solving and troubleshooting Abilities (some combination of the following):Manage and provide technical assistance for the design, selection, installation, configuration, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of all elements of the SCADA and control and communication systemAnalyze complex problems and make critical decisions under time constraintsSafely work with and in close proximity to high and low voltage electrical equipmentPerform in potentially adverse weather and environmental conditionsEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with others Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to frequently talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; and occasionally stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, and finger. The working conditions may not contain environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be medium, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. 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Yes No 02 5-point veterans must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply? Yes No 03 Employees in this job classification are designated as Essential Personnel and must be available to report to work during inclement weather, disasters and other emergencies. Are you willing and available to report to work during these conditions? Yes No 04 Are you available to work overtime and/or on-call work hours? Yes No 05 Which best describes your highest level of education? High School Diploma/GED Some college Associate degree Bachelors of Science None of the above 06 How many years of experience do you have developing/maintaining Process Controllers over an industrial network? Less than three (3) years of experience Three (3) to six (6) years of experience Six (6) to ten (10) years of experience More than ten (10) years of experience None of the above 07 How many years of experience do you have developing program scripts (any language)? Less than three (3) years of experience Three (3) to six (6) years of experience Six (6) to ten (10) years of experience More than ten (10) years of experience None of the above Required Question Employer City of Richmond Address 900 East Broad Street Suite 902 Richmond, Virginia, 23219 Phone (804) 646-5660 804-646-5660 Website https://www.rva.gov/