IT Applications Analyst - Energy Management...

The IT Applications Analyst position will support our energy management system within the Energy Management and Market Solutions (EMMS) group. The Applications Analyst will work closely with real-time control centers and business departments to maintain accurate configurations and system information within the energy management system. Responsibilities include the development, support, and quality control of energy management system applications and energy market network and financial system models. This position designs, develops, documents, implements, and supports solutions for control center and related business requirements. Discovers and analyzes issues with energy management system configuration and data as well as SCADA communications and field equipment as necessary., + Supports computer systems, software applications, databases and tools. Analyzes error conditions, identifies potential causes of problems, utilizes root cause analysis techniques, and looks for multiple solutions and expedites resolution.

• Full stack software development of energy management system applications.

• Designs, modifies, develops, implements, and tests system configurations.

• Writes/reviews documentation to describe configuration processes, logic, and test plans. Writes/reviews manuals for users.

• Designs, develops and maintains plans related to data integrity, system reliability, and consistency.

• Acts as a liaison between various groups, such as the field support teams, Database Administration, Network Support, and Computer Operations.

• Develops implementation plans for individual or small group tasks and small to medium projects. Accountable for developing scope, estimation, and tracking time and resources expended on projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, MIS, Data Science, Information Science, Engineering is required. Other bachelor’s degrees will be considered based on related IT experience. Successful completion of a certified Application Development Apprenticeship will also be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

This position requires unescorted access to certain critical cyber assets which would require applicants to satisfy all Company and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard 004 security requirements, which includes a background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• A strong technical understanding of application development practices and strong analytical skills

• Strong customer service skills to act as a liaison between IT and business clients

• Coding experience utilizing Microsoft’s VB.Net or .Net platform

• Relational database knowledge, such as Microsoft SQL Server

• Ability to present technical information to non-technical users both in small and large groups

• Ability to understand technical environments to support the energy management system

• Ability to collect and analyze data in order to figure out the root cause for issues

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you’re driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you., WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.

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