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Senior Market Solutions Engineer

Rensselaer, NY · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

The Senior Market Solutions Engineer will lead the electric power system model used by the ... Ensure integrity of Smart-Grid application software by development and implementation of Business ...

New York ISO

Senior Market Solutions Engineer

Rensselaer, NY · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

The Senior Market Solutions Engineer will lead the electric power system model used by the ... Ensure integrity of Smart-Grid application software by development and implementation of Business ...

NRTC

Power Systems Advisory Engineer

Herndon, VA · On-site +1

Job Summary We are looking to add experienced staff to our Smart Grid team to help our utility ... The Power Systems Advisory Engineer supports NRTC member electric cooperatives by providing ...

NRTC

Power Systems Advisory Engineer

Herndon, VA · Remote

Job Summary We are looking to add experienced staff to our Smart Grid team to help our utility ... The Power Systems Advisory Engineer supports NRTC member electric cooperatives by providing ...

NRTC

Power Systems Advisory Engineer

Herndon, VA

Job Summary We are looking to add experienced staff to our Smart Grid team to help our utility ... Serve as a trusted engineering advisor to member cooperatives by clarifying objectives ...

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Engineer 3

Westminster, CA · On-site

$41K - $97K/yr

Senior Smart Grid Infrastructure Engineer Role Overview We are seeking a seasoned, technically proficient Senior Smart Grid Infrastructure Engineer to lead the validation, testing, and operational ...

New York ISO

Market Solutions Engineer

Rensselaer, NY · On-site

$79K - $113K/yr

Ensure integrity of Smart-Grid application software by development and implementation of Business ... Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely-related technical field. The successful ...

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As of Jul 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for smart grid engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Smart Grid Engineer designs, develops, and maintains advanced electrical grid systems that incorporate digital technology to improve efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. They work on automation, energy management, and integrating renewable energy sources into the grid. Their role includes analyzing system performance, implementing cybersecurity measures, and optimizing power distribution. Smart Grid Engineers collaborate with utility companies, policymakers, and technology providers to modernize electricity infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Smart Grid Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Smart Grid Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, power systems, and data analysis, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree. Expertise with SCADA systems, advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), grid simulation tools, and industry certifications (such as PMP or NERC) is highly valued. Problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and teamwork are critical soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure that smart grid projects are designed, implemented, and maintained efficiently and collaboratively in rapidly evolving utility environments.

What does a typical day look like for a Smart Grid Engineer?

A day in the life of a Smart Grid Engineer often involves designing and optimizing grid systems, analyzing data to improve reliability and efficiency, and troubleshooting technical issues. You’ll collaborate closely with utility teams, IT specialists, and project managers to implement advanced grid technologies and ensure system integrity. Regular tasks may include monitoring grid performance, integrating renewable energy sources, and participating in field deployments or system upgrades. Depending on your employer, you may work in an office setting, visit substations or client sites, and occasionally be on call to support urgent issues or projects.

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Principal Data & Smart Grid Platform Engineer

Principal Data & Smart Grid Platform Engineer

NextEra Energy

Palm Beach Gardens, FL • On-site

$127K - $171K/yr

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Re-posted 23 days ago

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Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 50 rated energy and utility

Job description

Requisition ID:  94348 

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation's most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Principal Data & Smart Grid Platform Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of enterprise-scale data platforms supporting Smart Grid and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) systems. This role is critical to enabling real-time operations, analytics, and enterprise integration across our utility technology ecosystem.
As a senior technical leader, you will help architect and evolve cloud-native data solutions that power grid modernization, outage management, customer analytics, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • AI first engineer and leveraging emerging AI tools, technology and patterns to execute on work as well as product solutions 
  • Coordinating with the Offshore teams 
  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable data platforms supporting AMI and Smart Grid systems
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines for ingesting, transforming, and storing high-volume telemetry and event data
  • Integrate AMI data platforms with enterprise systems
  • Design and manage APIs and microservices for real-time data access and system interoperability
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align architecture with business and operational needs
  • Ensure data quality, governance, and security across all AMI-related data flows
  • Mentor technical teams and contribute to architectural standards and best practices
  • Hands-on experience participating in Agile/Scrum teams, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in utility, energy, or industrial IoT environments is highly desirable
  • Strong understanding of cloud-native architectures and distributed systems

Preferred Technical Expertise

  • Cloud Data Lakes: Experience with AWS S3 or equivalent for scalable data ingestion and storage
  • Data Warehousing: Proficiency with Amazon Redshift or similar platforms for structured data analytics
  • AI-Assisted Full-Stack Development
  • Agentic AI Workflow Integration
  • NoSQL & Real-Time Databases: Hands-on experience with Amazon DynamoDB or similar for low-latency data access
  • ETL/ELT & Data Pipelines: Expertise with AWS Glue, Apache Spark, or EMR for batch and real-time processing
  • Streaming & Messaging Platforms: Familiarity with Apache Kafka and Amazon Kinesis for real-time data ingestion
  • API & Integration Services: Experience with RESTful APIs, AWS API Gateway, Lambda, and SQS
  • Time-Series Data Management: Knowledge of Amazon Timestream or similar platforms
  • Enterprise System Integration: Understanding of integration patterns with downstream systems
  • Analytics & Visualization: Proficiency with Power BI, Grafana, or Redshift Spectrum
  • Security & Governance: Familiarity with data governance, access control, and cybersecurity best practices

Preferred Certifications

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional
  • TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or DevOps-related certifications
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher (a plus)

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