Data Modeler

Actalent is currently seeking a qualified Data Modeler for a long-term contract position with Bonneville Power in Spokane, WA.

This Data Modeler position will provide support to the Energy Management Systems (EMS) organization (JDE) at Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) in maintaining accurate and up-to-date EMS databases and displays. Energy Management Systems (EMS) are used by Dispatchers to monitor, control, and optimize the power grid. This position will support the operations and maintenance of EMS Habitat systems hosted on the core Control Center Network (CCN) and the CCN DMZ. This position will perform EMS Habitat system data modeling, display modeling, database updates, providing customer coordination, facilitating custom software scripts, and maintaining quality documentation. This position will interact cooperatively with: System Dispatchers (TOR), Data Systems Hardware (JO) (including the Network Systems Operations Center, hardware design and maintenance, Power Systems Communications), T&E Maintenance (TETD), and Technical Operations (TOO), among others.

Responsibilities Include:

• Implement changes according to defined timelines in the modeling of Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) data in the SCADAMOM database, substation interconnections in the NETMOM database, and of Inter-Control Center Communications Protocol (ICCP) data in the OAGMOM database.
• Validate models, including interdependence between the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and Network models critical to the safety and reliability of the power grid.
• Develop and maintain user-interface displays in accordance with dispatcher specifications, including one-line diagrams, Intertie Protection Scheme (IPS) and Remedial Action Scheme (RAS) displays and tabular displays.
• Provide support for the bi-weekly deployment of updated EMS databases and displays to the operational systems, coordinating closely with BPA Dispatchers at both Dittmer Control Center (DCC) and Munro Control Center (MCC) and assist with unscheduled/emergency deployments
• Develop and maintain documentation related to all EMS database and display maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with EMS teams, Dittmer and Munro Dispatch, T&E, the field and other stakeholders to develop modeling and user display standards to promote reliability and consistency.
• Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Computer/Information Technology or a closely-related technical discipline is preferred:
• 1 year of experience is required with an applicable Bachelor’s Degree.
• 3 years of experience is required with an applicable Associate’s Degree.
• 5 years of experience is required without a degree or applicable degree.
• Experience should include working with logical data models, not just physical/DBA experience
• 1 year of experience directly supporting the development and maintenance of GE-Alstom e-terraHabitat hierarchical databases and displays, OR
• 2 years of experience directly supporting database modeling in a science/engineering organization.

Preferred

• 1 year of hands-on experience working with hierarchical databases in GE-Alstom products to model power grid information for use in a control center environment.
• Experience conducting data modeling sessions with business users and technical staff, which includes conveying complex ideas both verbally and in written form.
• Knowledge of and understanding of database management system administration with regard to performance, configuration and denormalization.
• Experience leading efforts to verify system test data is loaded accurately and in timely manner.
• Knowledge of GE-Alstom e-terraHabitat databases and displays.
• Knowledge of NERC-CIP and FISMA requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio.

This is a Contract position based out of Mead, WA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Mead,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 2025.

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Salary : $45 - $50