Grid Modernization Engineer ADMS

Leidos

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Work type
On-site
Location
South Plainfield, NJ
Salary
$135,000–$145,000 / yr
Posted
11 days ago
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Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

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This role $140k
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This role pays less than 76% of similar roles. Most pay $142,012–$229,625 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $140k versus about $186k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Grid Modernization Engineer ADMS

The Grid Modernization Engineer ADMS manages the full technology lifecycle of Advanced Distribution Management Systems to support critical grid operations. Working within a technical team, the engineer designs, configures, develops, tests, and deploys software and hardware components while providing ongoing operational support. Daily responsibilities include translating business requirements into technical designs, performing peer reviews for cybersecurity compliance, troubleshooting escalated issues through root cause analysis, and managing system patches on Windows and Linux servers. The role involves maintaining infrastructure in virtualized environments using VMware vCenter and creating analytical reports via Power BI. Key technical competencies include experience with SCADA, OMS, GIS, DMS modules, and ICCP interfaces. The position addresses the complex challenge of ensuring reliability and functionality within real-time utility operational environments by integrating various system components into a cohesive grid management infrastructure.

What you'll do

  • Translate business requirements and operational workflows into technical solution designs and implementation plans.
  • Perform peer reviews of technical designs, code, and deployment artifacts to ensure cybersecurity compliance and standards.
  • Troubleshoot escalated issues by conducting root cause analysis and recommending long-term corrective actions.
  • Monitor system performance and manage the deployment of new features, patches, and upgrades across environments.
  • Conduct system troubleshooting including log analysis, configuration validation, and trace reviews to resolve technical issues.
  • Perform workstation and server patching for Windows and Linux systems while maintaining environment readiness.
  • Support application interface testing for SCADA, OMS, GIS, and other utility data integrations.
  • Create and manage operational reports and Power BI dashboards to support decision-making.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience if a bachelor's degree is not held.
  • Experience supporting or implementing Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS), SCADA, OMS, DMS, or related utility operational technologies.
  • Knowledge of Windows and Linux server administration, including command-line operations.
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware vCenter.
  • Understanding of networking concepts including IP/LAN configurations, firewalls, and network topology diagrams.
  • Experience performing log analysis, system monitoring, and root cause analysis to resolve hardware, software, and network issues.
  • Ability to create operational reports using tools like Power BI and develop technical documentation for troubleshooting and procedures.

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