Utility Data Management and Interoperability Engineer

Utility Data Management and Interoperability Engineer
Overview
Utility Data Management and Interoperability Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Lead and contribute to technical research projects focused on data management, interoperability, and grid model management

Support the adoption and extension of IEC-CIM/CGMES standards for grid model management, working closely with utility partners and research consortia

Develop and implement data management plans for EU Horizon Europe projects, addressing challenges in AI, regulatory compliance, and energy system modeling

Design and deliver simplified data cataloging tools for organizations of varying sizes, focusing on governance, quality, and lineage

Author and present research findings, white papers, and technical guidance on interoperability, data architecture, and maturity models

Collaborate with EPRI members, internal technical teams, and subcontractors to develop leading practices and guidance

Participate in multiple concurrent projects as an individual contributor, including the development of interoperability maturity models and assessment tools

Engage with global experts and stakeholders to transfer knowledge and shape best practices in the energy sector

Focus Areas

Data Management Frameworks: DMBOK, DCAM, FAIR principles

Systems Integration & Protocols: Data exchange protocols, semantic standards, systems integrator experience (OpenAPI, Apache Avro, SQL, Kafka, Hadoop)

Data Architecture: Master data management, data modeling, data quality measurement and correction, decentralized architectures, data mesh

Modeling Languages: UML, Archimate

Digital Strategy: Digital transformation, capability maturity models, regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act)

Industry Standards: IEC Common Information Model (CIM), CGMES, W3C, ISO, OGC

Interoperability: Development and assessment of interoperability maturity models, focus groups, and best practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required

Qualifications

2–3 years of engineering or comparable work/educational experience

Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or equivalent is a plus

Experience as a Data Architect, Data Modeler, or Application Engineer (e.g., Siemens, GE) is highly desirable

Advanced skills in decentralized data architecture, information modeling, and standardization (IEC, W3C, ISO, OGC)

Intermediate skills in RDBMS/SQL, NoSQL, APIs, business architecture, and software development

Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present research externally and engage with international stakeholders

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional technical domains

Additional Information

Ideal Candidate Profile

Self-starter and team player with a bias for action

Comfortable engaging with domestic and international stakeholders

Passionate about shaping the future of a secure, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy sector

Maintains expertise through active involvement in state-of-the-art research and industry collaboration

Experience in mentoring, training, and recruitment of technical staff is a plus

EPRI is committed to complying with the regulatory framework governing export control, consisting of international treaties, U.S. laws, regulations and trade sanctions, and where applicable, foreign laws governing export control. These include the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Part 810 nuclear export regulations, and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). It is a critical requirement of this role that the successful candidate will have to work with export-controlled technology / information. As a result, prior to applying for this role, please ensure you satisfy yourself as to your ability to access such export-controlled technology / information without further authorization from government.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Utilities

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