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Title: Modeler I
Company: Tampa Electric Company
Location: Energy Control Center
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days
Hiring Manager: Michael Seoane
Recruiter: Mark Koener
TITLE: Modeler, GIS Focus, Progression
PERFORMANCE COACH: Supvr OT Control Systems or Supvr GIS & Mapping Services
COMPANY: Tampa Electric CompanyDEPARTMENT: Operational Technology & Strategy
POSITION CONCEPT:
The Modeler I supports the data administration, configuration, testing, and distribution of geospatial and electrical grid models core to Electric Delivery (ED) and critical to Ops Technology & Innovation (OT&I) functions. Interpret maps and/or drawings and make and reconcile model changes in Tampa Electric's GIS, ADMS, EMS and associated systems as instructed by senior level team members. Work closely with technical team members to deliver solutions that meet the current and future objectives of ED, in alignment with company strategies and business plans. Expected to demonstrate great curiosity in pursuit of information and training that will continue their education and acclimate them to the company.
Focus Areas: CAD, GIS, G Technology, Arch GIS PRO, Arc GIS Portal and everything/anything ESRI
Advancement to a higher level within the Progression is based on value added to the Company through increased duties, responsibilities, and accomplishments. Advancement is not automatic, i.e., not based solely on time in the job, but will be based on the employee's performance, qualifications, and the business and/or technical needs of the department.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Monitors supported applications (i.e., GIS, ADMS, EMS) to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data that supports business operations, as well as the safety and reliability of the electrical grid. (30%)
2. Performs basic configurations and tests of geospatial (GIS) and electrical (ADMS or EMS) models to help coordinate the delivery of energy to Tampa Electric's customers. (20%)3. Assist in the design, development, and testing of ad-hoc data queries, extracts, reports, and visual displays to support specific business needs of end users. (15%)
4. Performs basic connectivity model validation and modifications to ensure accurate and consistent data across supported applications (i.e., GIS, ADMS, EMS). (15%)
5. Responsible for the collection, analysis, review, documentation, and communication of business needs and requirements to IT programmers, Business Consultants, ADMS Engineers, and other technical team members. (10%)
6. Supports small, non-complex projects including the evaluation of current processes, automation, and software applications with a focus on providing technological solutions in alignment with business and strategic plans. (10%)
QUALIFICATIONS
EducationRequired: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Associate or technical degree in business, design, engineering, or related technology.
An Associate or Bachelor Degree may substitute for some years of experience.
Licenses/Certifications
Preferred: Specialized Certifications (e.g., Certified GIS Professional).
Related Experience
Required: 2 years of experience related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position, working with/supporting distribution or transmission electrical system models.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)
Required:
• Proficient in development fundamentals• Proficient in data collection and analysis
• Knowledge of power flow across electrical grid transmission and distribution devices and systems
• Knowledge of electrical distribution circuit maps and hierarchy of electrical distribution circuits
• Ability to read maps and schematics for distribution, substation, and transmission
• Knowledge of electrical transmission or distribution modeling practices
• Proficient in writing queries and reports with knowledge of related technical applications
• Ability to provide end-user support and justify decisions to clients
• Knowledge of GIS systems and workflows
• Knowledge of work management systems and workflows
• Ability to assess processes and provide GIS, ADMS, or EMS system solutions
Preferred:
• Knowledge of Tampa Electric's unique power grid and systems
• Knowledge of surrounding control room functions and workflows
• Proficient in risk management related to data privacy, specifically implementing data protection measures to safeguard customer information, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and mitigating risks associated with data breaches
• Proficiency in any of the following technical applications: GE ADMS, Model Manager, Substation Editor, FG Display Builder, GE EMS, E-Terra Source, G/Technology, G Connect, ArcGIS Suite, Esri Suite, Python, Arcade, SQL, MicroStation, AutoCAD (3D), Way 2, FME, Snowflake, Azure DevOps, or Power BI, Access, Notepad++, SAP, Reporting Writing Tool, or Visual Studios
This position primarily (~95% of time) works in a professional office environment. Occasionally (~5% of time) required to be outside "in the field" for site-meetings or projects meetings. Some travel may be required. Occasional unplanned and planned overtime is required, particularly during storm season.
LEVEL: Modeler II
POSITION CONCEPT:
The Modeler II will have a higher-level skill and confidence supporting the data administration, configuration, testing, and distribution of geospatial and electrical grid models. Be proficient in interpreting maps and/or drawings and making/reconciling model changes in Tampa Electric's GIS, ADMS, EMS and associated systems as requested by various other functions of the company. Work closely with technical team members to deliver solutions that meet the current and future objectives of Electric Delivery (ED), in alignment with company strategies and business plans. Expected to manage their own tasks, take on small to moderate projects, and continue developing their technical proficiencies with current and emerging technologies.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs basic to moderate configurations and tests on geospatial (GIS) and electrical (ADMS or EMS) models to help coordinate the delivery of energy to Tampa Electric's customers. (20%)
2. Design, develop and test low complexity ad-hoc data queries, extracts, reports, and visual displays to support specific business needs of end users. (20%)3. Monitors supported applications (i.e., GIS, ADMS, EMS) to ensure data integrity and accuracy of data that supports business operations, as well as the safety and reliability of the electrical grid. (10%)
4. Responsible for the collection, analysis, review, documentation, and communication of business needs and requirements to IT programmers, Business Consultants, ADMS Engineers, and other technical team members. (10%)
5. Performs basic to moderate connectivity model validation and modifications to ensure accurate and consistent data across supported applications (i.e., GIS, ADMS, EMS). (10%)
6. Serves as a liaison between ED and other technical groups. Develops relationships with key customers including face-to-face, on-site interactions. (10%)
7. Leads small to moderate sized projects including the evaluation of current processes, automation, and software applications with a focus on providing technological solutions in alignment with business and strategic plans. (10%)
8. Upskills entry level modelers in technical applications and standard operating procedures. (10%)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.Preferred: Associate or technical degree in business, design, engineering, or related technology.
An Associate or Bachelor Degree may substitute for some years of experience.
Licenses/Certifications
Preferred: Specialized Certifications (e.g., Certified GIS Professional).
Related Experience
Required: 3 years related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position, working with/supporting distribution or transmission electrical system models.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required:
• Proficient in development fundamentals• Proficient in data collection and analysis
• Ability to optimize the efficiency and performance of processes, systems, or resources within an organization
• Knowledge of power flow across electrical grid transmission and distribution devices and systems
• Knowledge of electrical distribution circuit maps and hierarchy of electrical distribution circuits
• Ability to read maps and schematics for distribution, substation, and transmission
• Knowledge of electrical transmission or distribution modeling practices
• Proficient in writing queries and reports with knowledge of related technical applications.
• Ability to provide end-user support and justify decisions to clients
• Knowledge of GIS systems and workflows
• Knowledge of work management systems and workflows
• Ability to assess processes and provide GIS, ADMS or EMS system solutions
• Proficiency in any of the following technical applications: GE ADMS, Model Manager, Substation Editor, FG Display Builder, GE EMS, E-Terra Source, G/Technology, G Connect, ArcGIS Suite, Esri Suite, Python, Arcade, SQL, MicroStation, AutoCAD (3D), Way 2, FME, Snowflake, Azure DevOps, or Power BI, Access, Notepad++, SAP, Reporting Writing Tool, or Visual Studios
Preferred:
• Knowledge of Tampa Electric's unique power grid and systems
• Knowledge of surrounding control room functions and workflows
• Proficient in risk management related to data privacy, specifically implementing data protection measures to safeguard customer information, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and mitigating risks associated with data breaches
• Proficient in risk management related to electrical operations, specifically in system coordination for over-current protection
LEVEL: Senior Modeler
POSITION CONCEPT:
The Sr Modeler operates under minimal supervision to support the data administration, configuration, testing, and distribution of geospatial and electrical grid models. Be highly proficient in interpreting maps and/or drawings and making/reconciling any complexity of model changes in Tampa Electric's GIS, ADMS, EMS and associated systems as requested by various other functions of the company. Work closely with technical team members to deliver solutions that meet the current and future objectives of ED, in alignment with company strategies and business plans. Have greater responsibilities in managing unique projects, assessing process inefficiencies and system errors, researching emerging applications, and training and coaching other modelers on application use and Tampa Electric geospatial and electrical grid modeling procedures.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Performs complex configurations and tests on geospatial (GIS) and electrical (ADMS or EMS) models to help coordinate the delivery of energy to Tampa Electric's customers. (20%)
2. Design, develop and test complex ad-hoc data queries, extracts, reports, and visual displays to support specific business needs of end users. (15%) 3. Upskills less experience Modelers in technical applications and standard operating procedures. (15%)
4. Responsible for the collection, analysis, review, documentation, and communication of business needs and requirements to IT programmers, Business Consultants, ADMS Engineers, and other technical team members. (10%)
5. Perform complex connectivity model validation and modifications to ensure accurate and consistent data across supported applications (i.e., GIS, ADMS, EMS), maintaining data integrity and. (10%)
6. Monitors supported applications (i.e., GIS, ADMS, EMS) to ensure the integrity and accuracy of data that supports business operations, as well as the safety and reliability of the electrical grid. (10%)
7. Leads moderate to large sized or complex projects including the evaluation of current processes, automation, and software applications with a focus on providing technology solutions in alignment with business and strategic plans. (10%)
8. Serves as a liaison between business areas and other technical groups. Develops relationships with key customers including face-to-face, on-site interactions. (10%)
SUPERVISION
Direct: None
Indirect: Monitors and guides less experienced team members. May have some coordination responsibilities for the department. May act as a lead on small and medium projects.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Associate or technical degree in business, design, engineering, or related technology.
An Associate or Bachelor Degree may substitute for some years of experience.
Licenses/Certifications
Preferred: Specialized Certifications (e.g., Certified GIS Professional).
Related ExperienceRequired: 5 years related to the Duties & Responsibilities of this position, working with/supporting distribution or transmission electrical system models.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Required:
• Proficient in development fundamentals• Proficient in data collection and analysis
• Ability to optimize the efficiency and performance of processes, systems, or resources within an organization
• Knowledge of power flow across electrical grid transmission and distribution devices and systems
• Knowledge of electrical distribution circuit maps and hierarchy of electrical distribution circuits
• Ability to read maps and schematics for distribution, substation, and transmission
• Knowledge of electrical transmission or distribution modeling practices
• Proficient in writing queries and reports with knowledge of related technical applications
• Knowledge of surrounding control room functions and workflows
• Proficient in providing end-user support and justifying decisions to clients
• Knowledge of GIS systems and workflows
• Knowledge of work management systems and workflows
• Ability to assess processes and provide GIS, ADMS or EMS system solutions
• Proficient in reporting and developing standard operating procedures
• Proficiency in any of the following technical applications: GE ADMS, Model Manager, Substation Editor, FG Display Builder, GE EMS, E-Terra Source, G/Technology, G Connect, ArcGIS Suite, Esri Sui