Role Details

Role/Job Title:

PowerOn Reliance SCADA Engineer Work Location:

Wokingham Mode of Working:

5 days a week Onsite Duration of Assignment:

6 Month The Role

This role involves delivering expert level services for GE PowerOn Reliance (PoR) SCADA, with a strong focus on validating and testing the system implementation against the defined functional, non functional, and integration requirements. It requires close collaboration with customers, implementation partners, system integrators, and internal delivery teams to ensure that the solution meets operational expectations and industry standards. It also requires coordinating with multiple stakeholders to validate system functionality across SCADA, EMS, and related PoR components, ensuring successful end to end deployment. Your Responsibilities

(Up to 10, Avoid repetition)

Specific responsibilities include (but not limited to): Collaborated with system users and project teams to understand project scope, requirements, and operational workflows Provided expert services for the GE Power-On Reliance SCADA EMS System, covering functional, non-functional, interface, and integration testing Designed comprehensive test scenarios and executed detailed test cases to ensure complete coverage across all system functionalities Reviewed and analyzed functional design documentation to validate that all test cases fully addressed system requirements Worked within Agile Scrum teams, collaborating closely with Product Owners (POs), SCADA SMEs, and business testers to create well-defined user stories and corresponding acceptance tests Monitored and reported progress of test preparation and execution using JIRA/XRAY, ensuring adherence to defined testing processes Identified, documented, and managed risks and issues related to testing, providing mitigation recommendations where needed Ensured consistency in testing approaches by following centrally defined Test Strategy, Test Approach, and Phase Test Plans Developed, executed, and maintained manual and automated test scripts Performed testing across multiple environments, including web, desktop, and mobile platforms Documented defects through detailed and accurate bug reports, ensuring clear traceability and reproducibility Provided guidance and support to team members to ensure correct implementation and verification of requirements during testing Your Profile

Essential Skills/Knowledge/Experience

(Up to 10, Avoid repetition)

Strong hands-on experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (PoR) SCADA product used in Transmission SCADA environments, including core components and operational modules Skilled in the configuration of SCADA and EMS modules within PowerOn Reliance Worked extensively on PoR modules such as Group Telecontrol, Automation, System Tracing, Symbol Design, Alarm Configuration, and related features Experienced in integrating PowerOn Reliance with external corporate application systems and enterprise interfaces Hands-on experience with setup and configuration of SCADA for simulation and testing of SCADA data flows Skilled in setting up and configuring multiple PoR components, including:

Application Server Database Server Reports Server FEP (Front-End Processor) Server Historian Database DPF (Distribution Power Flow) Application Server Proxy Server

Good understanding of PoR cartography for network modelling, topology creation, and geospatial mapping Strong knowledge of both Windows and Linux server environments used within OT/IT systems Understanding of IT/OT cybersecurity standards, including NERC CIP compliance requirements Expertise in creating and executing test plans, test cases, acceptance testing, and supporting system transition activities Familiar with industry standards and protocols related to power systems and control systems, including:

IEC 101, IEC 104, GI 74, IEC 61850 IEEE power system standards

Experienced working within Agile methodologies, collaborating with cross-functional and Scrum teams Hands-on experience using test management tools such as JIRA, and similar platforms Strong working knowledge of regulations, standards, and operational requirements governing modern power systems Ability to leverage utility domain knowledge to engage effectively with client utilities, understanding their operational practices, methodologies, and needs in Electric Distribution Operational Systems Desirable Skills/Knowledge/Experience

(As applicable)

Strong client facing experience with excellent stakeholder communication skills; capable of working effectively with Product Owners, Product Managers, Development, Testing, and Implementation teams Solid expertise in delivering projects using Agile Methodologies, with hands on involvement across iterative delivery cycles and cross functional collaboration Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering Over 10 years of experience in business and technical consulting and testing, including extensive involvement in SCADA implementation, integration, and operational support

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