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CPS Energy

Clerk Customer Svc Ofc Bilingual

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

CPS Energy We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians ... Maintains employee lists in systems for call center, walk-ins, and outsourcer. * Data entry for ...

CPS Energy

Clerk Customer Svc Ofc Bilingual

San Antonio, TX

$14 - $17.50/hr

... CPS Energy call center, walk-in center and outsource partner for Workforce Management and maintain employee information of various system. Support data requests for report updates, answers routine ...

CPS Energy

Clerk Customer Svc Ofc Bilingual

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

... CPS Energy call center, walk-in center and outsource partner for Workforce Management and maintain employee information of various system. Support data requests for report updates, answers routine ...

CPS Energy

Clerk Customer Svc Ofc Bilingual

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

... CPS Energy call center, walk-in center and outsource partner for Workforce Management and maintain employee information of various system. Support data requests for report updates, answers routine ...

CPS Energy

Expeditor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... CPS Energy systems with Design Coordinators to develop competencies that represent the best ... Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal ...

New

CPS Energy

Sr Mgr Revenue & Energy Markets

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$72K - $94K/yr

Open until filled Position Summary Provides comprehensive accounting oversight for CPS Energy ... system. Approves the settlement and payment of gas purchase transactions on a timely basis.

CPS Energy

Sr Mgr Revenue & Energy Markets

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$72K - $94K/yr

Open until filled Position Summary Provides comprehensive accounting oversight for CPS Energy ... system. Approves the settlement and payment of gas purchase transactions on a timely basis.

CPS Energy

Expeditor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... CPS Energy systems with Design Coordinators to develop competencies that represent the best ... Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal ...

CPS Energy

Expeditor

San Antonio, TX

... CPS Energy systems with Design Coordinators to develop competencies that represent the best ... Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal ...

New

CPS Energy

Expeditor

San Antonio, TX · On-site

... CPS Energy systems with Design Coordinators to develop competencies that represent the best ... Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal ...

CPS Energy

Mgr Plant Engineering

San Antonio, TX · On-site

General knowledge of current CPS Energy accounting methods and principles, Capital and O&M. Ability to use the plant DCS controls and other operating/monitoring/control systems. Ability to read ...

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Do workers at CPS Energy get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
100% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Does CPS Energy pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
93% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

At CPS Energy, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
88% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from CPS Energy affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at CPS Energy?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at CPS Energy worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
78% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do CPS Energy workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
44% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to get time off at CPS Energy?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
100% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do CPS Energy managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
80% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

Do jobs at CPS Energy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
20% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and December 2025.

How easy is it to take sick days at CPS Energy?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at CPS Energy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at CPS Energy feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
73% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at CPS Energy get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
73% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at CPS Energy?

Some people feel stressed out here.
54% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at CPS Energy enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
40% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at CPS Energy recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
36% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at CPS Energy?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
46% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at CPS Energy?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 67% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think CPS Energy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
91% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how CPS Energy is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and May 2026.
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SCADA Engineering Associate/Engineer

CPS Energy

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

CPS Energy rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project coordinators, risk analysts, customer service operators, community representatives, safety and security specialists, communicators, human resources partners, information technology technicians and much, much more. We are 3,500 people committed to enhancing the lives of the communities we serve.  Together, we are powering the growth and success of our community progress every day!

Pay Grade

Pay Grade 16

Qualifications may warrant placement in a different job level.

Position Summary

Provide engineering and technical support to System Operations and enterprise stakeholders on a 24x7 basis to analyze, plan, specify, develop, procure, maintain, and enhance systems, procedures, and processes used to monitor and control CPS Energy’s transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and gas facilities through SCADA and other Operational Technology (OT) platforms. Modify and analyze network models to ensure the accuracy and reliability of OT and advanced applications, while integrating OT systems with external platforms to maximize data accuracy and operational effectiveness. Maintain and support advanced applications and third-party products to optimize system value, design and troubleshoot front-end telemetry infrastructure using various SCADA and OT protocols, and uphold strong cybersecurity and reliability compliance standards. Drive innovation by leveraging existing OT solutions to overcome operational challenges and deliver value to System Operations, the company, and the community.

Deadline to Apply: August 16, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CST

Tasks and Responsibilities
  • Provide engineering and technical support to Operations Staff by ensuring OT applications and integrated systems work as expected so CPS Energy can effectively control and monitor its transmission, distribution, and gas systems in real time.
  • Provide OT engineering support to Operations Staff to ensure effective execution of power restoration processes for CPS Energy customers.
  • Formulate models and provide engineering direction and support in the development and modification of existing OT subsystems, functions, applications, databases, processes, procedures, and documentation to maximize system accuracy, reliability, and usability.
  • Perform network model database changes to add, delete, and modify elements in the SCADA application to support reliable and accurate real-time control of CPS Energy’s electric transmission, distribution, and gas systems.
  • Ensure OT database accuracy by performing point checkouts with field personnel to ensure reliable and accurate representation of OT models in real-time operations.
  • Support advanced electric power flow and state estimation functions for real-time system operations, including state estimation, Volt-VAR optimization, fault location, and isolation.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance by collaborating with various groups within CPS Energy and creating, maintaining, and verifying OT cybersecurity controls and documentation.
  • Assign and direct the technical work of others, including vendors and consultants.
  • Work with Enterprise IT personnel to maintain the reliability and availability of all OT system functions.
  • Support archiving and reporting tools used by other departments within CPS Energy.
  • Support SCADA Operator Training Simulators so System Operators have a viable simulator for required annual training.
  • Identify OT application issues or enhancement opportunities and coordinate with application vendors to develop software updates and test plans.
  • Work independently to verify vendor software patches and develop detailed testing and implementation procedures for installing new software code on real-time control systems.
  • Use technical expertise and creativity to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex problems that increase the value delivered to CPS Energy operations and customers.
Minimum Skills
Minimum Knowledge and Abilities
Texas Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
Possesses and applies a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures.
Demonstrated mastery of engineering discipline skills.
Ability to lead cross-functional business initiatives and teams.
Demonstrated ability to effectively handle a broad range of engineering assignments with minimum supervision.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams on internal projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage project costs, timeline, scope, and risks.
Ability to effectively check work product for adequacy, quality and accuracy.
Effective communication skills focused on understanding customer needs and developing resolution.
Strong people skills, with bias for a collaborative working style.
Ability to work call duty and occasional unscheduled work in the evenings, weekends, or holidays after experience level permits.
Ability to travel occasionally, to off-site work, to seminars, manufacturing plant inspections, etc.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited university; Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred
  • Knowledge of power systems analysis and design
  • Experience with power flow modeling and associated tools, such as CIM and PSS/E
  • Experience with electric load modeling and forecasting tools
  • Experience with electric real-time systems
  • Familiarity with electric grid modernization, grid optimization, or distribution automation, including Smart Grid technologies
  • Knowledge of SCADA and web-based protocols, including DNP Serial/IP, Modbus, ICCP, MultiSpeak, IEEE 2030.5, OpenADR, and RESTful protocols
  • Familiarity with NERC CIP, NIST cybersecurity controls, and other Bulk Electric System reliability standards
  • Knowledge and fluent use of Linux operating systems and shell scripting
  • Knowledge and fluent use of Windows operating systems and PowerShell
  • Basic-to-intermediate TCP/IP networking skills
  • Knowledge of high-level programming languages, such as Visual Basic, JavaScript, Perl, Awk, C++, C#, PHP, or Python
  • Knowledge of Oracle databases and SQL+ query language
  • Knowledge of big-data or business-intelligence platforms, such as Tableau, Hadoop, or similar platforms
  • Knowledge of common communication protocols, including RS-232, TCP/IP, SSH, and HTTP
  • Experience reading output from ASE test sets and using Wireshark for protocol-level debugging
  • Experience with or knowledge of OSI PI usage and administration
  • Ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training certification and a Texas Professional Engineer license
  • Familiarity with advanced SCADA applications, including Short Circuit Fault Location, Contingency Analysis, State Estimation, and Volt-VAR Optimization programs
  • Experience troubleshooting telemetry errors and performance problems related to SCADA systems
  • Ability to solve complex technical problems through creativity and applied technologies to deliver value to CPS Energy and its customers
Competencies
Manages Ambiguity
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Drives Vision and Purpose
Drive for Results
Minimum Education
Bachelors of Science degree in an engineering field from an ABET accredited four-year college or university
Required Certifications
Working Environment
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.
Employee may potentially be exposed to hazardous chemicals, wet or humid conditions, outdoor weather, noisy and dusty environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business-related events. After hours work may be required.
Physical Demands
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.

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