Advanced Application Engineer - Home Office
Job Description
Advanced Application Engineer - Hybrid
Category: Engineering / Science
Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Operations – Other
Work Type: Hybrid
Position Overview
Join a forward-thinking team focused on shaping the future of the electrical grid. The mission is to ensure the delivery of reliable, safe, affordable, and clean energy to customers and communities. The Grid Operations, Applications, and Transformation (GOAT) group manages and advances Operational Technologies that support Grid and Distribution Control Centers.
The team oversees key systems such as the Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), an essential platform for a modern, sustainable energy network. The Senior Advanced Applications Engineer plays a critical role in developing, implementing, and maintaining solutions that enhance grid management and control operations.
This position supports the daily operation of Grid Control and ADMS Advanced Applications, including Load Flow, State Estimation, FLISR, Volt/VAR Optimization, and automated system functions. The role requires collaboration with Engineering, Grid Operations, IT, and external system vendors to ensure smooth performance and continuous improvement.
The position also contributes to the advancement of Transmission Grid, SCADA, and Outage Management technologies. Responsibilities include system design, requirements analysis, project implementation, and post-deployment support. Strong communication and organizational skills are vital to align technical execution with user needs and vendor capabilities.
Compensation
Salary will vary based on individual qualifications, experience, and location.
- Minimum Base Salary: $116,000
- Mid Base Salary: $150,000
- Maximum Base Salary: $184,000
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with system integrators, IT, cybersecurity, and business subject matter experts
- Work with vendors to resolve technical challenges and ensure best-practice implementation
- Maintain a strong understanding of system products and contribute to long-term technology planning
- Conduct engineering analyses to define and support advanced application requirements
- Participate in functional testing to confirm that systems operate according to specifications
- Contribute to modernizing field devices and operational processes
- Provide level-2 support for advanced applications and assist grid control center operations
- Serve as a technical expert on topics involving electrical operations, protection, planning, IT, and cybersecurity
Travel Requirement
- Occasional travel to company sites or project locations is required
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
- At least 5 years of experience in the electric utility industry
- Proficiency with grid modeling software such as CYMDIST, PSLF, or Aspen
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 or more years of experience in utility operations
- Familiarity with commercial EMS/DMS/ADMS systems
- Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Experience influencing decisions at the Director level
- Expertise in SCADA and ADMS platforms
- Knowledge of Agile project methodologies
- Experience working in cross-functional teams
- Understanding of electric operations, protection schemes, and telemetry integration
- Proficiency with network modeling, scripting, and analytical tools including Jira, MS Excel, Foundry, and Power BI
Work Environment
This hybrid role allows a balance between remote work and required on-site collaboration. Occasional travel may be necessary for system support, testing, and coordination activities.