Principal Engineer

OverviewThe Principal Engineer is the primary technical resource on software implementation & integration projects within the IGS (Intelligent Grid Solutions) practice at TRC and is responsible for the overall technical success of the project.The principal engineer is a customer facing SME for Smart Metering and Low Voltage Network implementation and integration projects, technology driven, resourceful, deadline-oriented and has strong analytical and root cause analysis skills.They will manage the technical deliverables of the implementation project including overseeing a team of technical resources, scheduling, configuring, testing, tracking and managing technical tasks.The principal engineer works closely with the Solution Architect (SA) and the Project Manager (PM) to ensure that the technical solution meets the customer's needs and business objectives and ensures that the delivery of the technical solution falls within TRC Digital Solutions standard processes and tools and can fill in for Solution Architects for the project.The Principal Engineer can also act as a solution lead on a project and must take full ownership over the technical aspect of the project and ensure that there are no "surprises" to the Project Management.They will act as the primary technical resource that will work closely with our software vendor partners, clients, and onshore and offshore project teams to deliver world class solutions that solve our customers' current and future challenges.The principal engineer will possess the ability to work independently, remotely, and multi-task in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.ResponsibilitiesAdheres to the TRC Software Implementation Delivery MethodologyAssists Project Manager with scope management, project planning, milestones and work and resource estimatesProvides end-to-end technical oversight and assumes overall responsibility for the success and integrity of the technical solutionProvides technical leadership of subcontractor work and deliverablesCo-facilitates workshops, provides technical expertise and captures requirementsManages the expectations of the customer or business partner in coordination with PMActs as a technical expert supporting the Solution Architect in the design of the solution to meet the customer requirementsFormally presents project deliverables to Client project team members at the end of design phaseParticipates in the Build and Test phase of the project (configures and tests) and provides technical leadership of other team members to ensure delivery of the solution on plan and adhering to technical best practicesEnsure that testing is being completed with high standards and on schedule.If the project doesn't have a separate QA team, the SL will take ownership of the QA process to ensure the solution is thoroughly tested prior to SIT / UATDocuments requirements for custom development and works with the custom development team to ensure requirements are metDevelops and delivers onsite end user training, as neededParticipates in services estimation to support pricing for bid and in other parts of the bid response process, as required by bid structureSupports proposals and participates in post bid activities including clarifications, support of short list presentation and supporting scope definition in contract development and negotiationsNice to haveExperience with cloud technologies and microservice-based architectureExperience with utility standards such as Multispeak, CIM *************, OpenADR, SEP2.0Power Distribution or Distribution Network experienceQualificationsExcellent written, verbal communication skillsExtensive experience with utility industry and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) knowledge including but not limited to Meter Data Management Systems (MDMS), Customer Information Systems (CIS) and Head-End Systems (HES)Collaborative nature and willing to share knowledge across broader team while contributing to reusable collateralMentor and develop other resources on the teamClear and timely communication internally and externallyAbility to interact with the client team including project sponsors and end users of the systemAct as an SME on AMI implementation and integration projects as well as RFP responsesAbility to troubleshoot issues and perform root cause analysisEducation: Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Technology from an accredited school or university is requiredExperience: A minimum of 7 years of software delivery experience is required; 9+ years is preferred.Utility industry background is required15+ years working on projects involving integration between systems, writing SQL queries or similar, performing data mapping and data transformationExperience working with real-time systems and data connectivity is preferredExperience with scripting languages such as Python, Ruby, JavaScriptExperience with Webservices, XML, SOAP, RESTful, etc.Travel: Up to 50%BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, and disability insurancePaid time offCompetitive SalaryBonus SchemeCompensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition.Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.Other Compensation:Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.EEO StatementTRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.#J-*****-Ljbffr