Manager Energy Control Systems

Position Information Location: Augusta, ME Pay Range: $122,600 - $153,300 Schedule: Office Scope of Work: The Energy Control Systems manager must seek diverse internal and external inputs to reduce stakeholder bias and foster partnerships across multiple disciplines and geographically diverse area to create alignment. Through leadership and collaboration, develop and maintain a multi-year technology plan for the EMS (Energy Management System) , ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management System) and ancillary systems to support and enable goals/ initiatives for operational excellence. Manage all aspects to support the 24x7x365 operation of Electric control and Outage Management systems technical environments for the Electric Operating Companies for CMP. Develop, maintain, and approve processes, procedures, policies and evidence to achieve Compliance for the Energy control Systems and Outage Management Systems. Working knowledge of regulatory compliance for NERC CIP requirements for the Electric Utilities. Responsible for a staff of over 20 (internal and external resources) and financial budget responsibilities in excess of $10 million for CMP Capital and Operating expenditures in Energy Control Systems. Ensures that enterprise system management best practices are in place while maintaining high levels of operational systems service to maintain system functionality and implement innovative strategies for system stability and reliability. Set strategic direction and oversee all aspects of the SCADA, EMS and AMDS system to meet all functional and compliance standards across multiple locations and environments. MAJOR ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: General Management: This position is a mid-level management position that is responsible for multiple layers of skilled technical supervisors and staff. The candidate must have strong management and leadership skills, be skilled in vendor management, have strong presentation and communication skills, promote safety and have strong customer service skills. Develops goals, strategies, annual budget preparation and tracking, progress reporting, maintain high levels of service and supporting initiatives for the management of the Energy Control systems. Strategy and System Architecture: This position is responsible for understanding Global and Local strategy and using this knowledge to assist in developing and implementing the control center application architecture for energy control systems for Operational Smart Grid technologies. The position will be responsible of identifying and assessing technology solutions to meet Operational needs and ensuring solutions are implemented in a suitable and sustainable manner. Manage the resolution of complex technical, operational, and organizational issues within Energy Control Systems. Applications: This position is responsible for managing all aspects of electric control center applications development, integration, maintenance, support and lifecycle management and interacts with global counterparts to reach common solutions. Develops and maintains project schedules and budgets to achieve goals. Provide management reports and recommendations to achieve department goals. Applications include but are not limited to transmission management, distribution management, Transmission Network Application management and Outage Management systems and other real time applications used to manage Electric Control Center operations. Platform Infrastructure: This position is responsible managing all aspect of control center technical platforms and related services from architectural planning through day to day operations and support. Platforms include but are not limited to server environments, storage, data bases, networks, security and control center platforms. Operational Processes & Compliance: Responsible for ensuring robust enterprise operational governance processes across technology domains. Manage the full attainment of system performance, availability, recoverability and compliance requirements for Control and ancillary Systems. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Information Technology related degrees are preferred from an accredited College/University 12 years of experience with technical/ Control System Platforms with utilities (EX: Within Transmission/ Distribution/ Generation) required; additional 3 years of management experience of technical resources/ projects is preferred. Prior management/supervisory/leadership experience. Working knowledge of regulatory requirements for utility environments Skills/Abilities: Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to resolve complex problems and negotiate successful solutions. Ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders. Strong understanding of related technology. Strong understanding of electric and gas operations. Results oriented and proactive. Strong project management skills. #LI-CH1 Mobility Information Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country AVANGRID’s employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. 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Salary : $122,600 - $153,300