PSA Engineer – DTS; Dispatcher Training Simulator

Job Description

Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) for EMS

Power System Applications:

Power Flow

Load Forecasting / Load Frequency Control (AGC)

EMS / ADMS / SCADA enhancements and defect resolution

Experience with Client Power On Reliance (XA21), AEMS, or equivalent EMS platforms (Siemens, OSI, ABB, Schneider, etc.)

Linux and Windows operating systems

Oracle and SQL Server databases

Programming/Scripting: C, C++, PERL, Shell scripting, SQL

Communication Protocols: ICCP, IEC, DNP3, Modbus

Data Modeling (XML/JSON)

• Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS) for EMS
• Power System Applications:
  • Power Flow
  • State Estimator
  • Contingency Analysis
  • Load Forecasting / Load Frequency Control (AGC)
• EMS / ADMS / SCADA enhancements and defect resolution
• Experience with Client Power On Reliance (XA21), AEMS, or equivalent EMS platforms (Siemens, OSI, ABB, Schneider, etc.)
• Linux and Windows operating systems
• Oracle and SQL Server databases
• Programming/Scripting: C, C++, PERL, Shell scripting, SQL
• Communication Protocols: ICCP, IEC, DNP3, Modbus
• Data Modeling (XML/JSON)

• Administer and optimize Energy Management Systems (EMS), including configuration, tuning, and security patching.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Client Power On Reliance (XA21) and/or AEMS Platform Software, or equivalent EMS platforms.
• Experience working within simulated environments, including:
  • Simulated RTUs
  • Simulated IEDs
  • Console ICCP
  • IEC, DNP3, and Modbus protocols
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows environments.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Power System Applications, including:
  • Power Flow
  • State Estimator
  • Contingency Analysis
  • Load Frequency Control (AGC)
  • Dispatcher Training Simulator (DTS)
• Expertise in model validation and event creation.
• Strong programming and scripting skills for system integration (C, C++, PERL, Shell scripting, SQL).
• Ability to analyze logs, interpret debug files, and troubleshoot system issues effectively.
• Experience deploying fixes and patches in live production environments.

• Perform model validation and resolve defects within the DTS system.
• Execute corrective technical actions to restore failed or degraded EMS services.
• Conduct code reviews, testing, deployment, and monitoring of break/fix patches and system enhancements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve EMS‑related incidents within mission‑critical production environments.

• Ability to lead client‑facing technical discussions and system reviews.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as MS Project, Primavera, or similar platforms.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and decision‑making abilities.

5-8 years