Location:
Santa Ana, CA (Hybrid)
Schedule:
Standard Office Hours
Duration:
12-Month Contract
Pay Rate:$40–$44/hr (W2)
Position Summary
Our client is a leading organization within the electrical utility sector. They are seeking an experienced OpenGrid Specialist to serve as a subject matter expert supporting their Outage Management System (OMS) implementation. In this role, you will provide hands-on technical guidance across system logic, data management, and infrastructure upgrades while working independently to resolve complex issues and drive long-term solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as subject matter expert for the OMS implementation (OpenGrid Network, formerly PragmaUP/PragmaLINE), supporting system logic, data integrity, customer communications, and operational activities
- Contribute to upcoming database and server OS upgrades, including OMS configuration, testing, and hands-on technical support
- Evaluate hardware and software deliveries for integration into the operational baseline
- Perform technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk analysis, and supportability assessments across the full system lifecycle
- Translate customer and product requirements into comprehensive system solutions that account for technical, schedule, and cost constraints
- Conduct functional analysis, timeline analysis, trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition to develop hardware and software specifications
- Act independently to identify and resolve issues arising from the development and implementation of operational projects
- Develop and recommend long-range goals and objectives
- Research, design, and develop advanced technological solutions that inform major decision-making recommendations
Education & Experience
- Master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; PhD preferred
- Specialized certification may be required
- 15+ years of experience in complex systems analysis, consulting, project management, and technical recommendations
Knowledge & Skills
- Hands-on experience with electrical utility Outage Management Applications and back-office support
- Deep expertise in OpenGrid Network (formerly PragmaUP/PragmaLINE)
- SQL database proficiency
- Python programming skills
- Windows server maintenance and operational support experience
- Strong analytical capabilities across concept, design, implementation, and disposal phases
- Proven consulting and project management skills
- Ability to design and develop advanced technological solutions and provide strategic recommendations
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