Power & Utilities Lead - SME Grid Network

Capgemini; Mumbai; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 12,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini in Mumbai seeks a senior leader to drive growth across the Power Utilities sector, combining grid operations expertise with consulting and technology transformation capabilities. The role requires co-leading the global Networks business, shaping offerings, and positioning AI as a core enabler for the future grid.

The candidate will guide executive clients on grid modernization, OT/IT convergence, and asset optimization, while building global capabilities and accelerators for

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience in utilities and consulting.
• Proven leadership of large-scale transformation and growth initiatives.
• Strong ability to engage Boards, CXOs, regulators and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Networks Grid Modernization business, driving growth and executive relationships.
• Advise CXOs on grid modernization, transmission/ distribution transformation and investment planning.
• Oversee large transformation programs covering AEMS/EMS/ADMS, OT modernization, and DER integration.
• Develop alliances with utilities, OEMs, hyperscalers and technology partners.
• Apply Generative AI, Digital Twins, and advanced analytics to utility networks.

Skills

Leadership

Grid modernization

OT / ITOT convergence

Executive presence

AI in utilities

Job description

Job Description

Seeking a senior leader across the Power Utilities industry and consulting, combining deep expertise in Grid Operations, OT, Network Planning, AEMS/ADMS, Grid Modernization, and Energy Transition with the ability to shape market-leading consulting and technology-led transformation programs. The individual will co-lead the global Networks business, drive growth, develop innovative offerings, and position AI as a core enabler of the future grid.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Networks Grid Modernization business, driving growth, strategic pursuits, and executive client relationships.
• Advise utility CXOs on grid modernization, transmission distribution transformation, network investment planning, capital projects, resilience, and energy transition.
• Lead large transformation programs spanning:
  • Grid Modernization Digital Grid
  • AEMS, ADMS, DERMS, EMS/DMS
  • SCADA Control Centre Transformation
  • OT Modernization and IT/OT Convergence
  • Smart Grids, Grid Edge and Distributed Energy Integration
• Drive consulting-led engagements in network planning, asset management, regulatory performance, and operational excellence.
• Develop alliances and ecosystem relationships with utilities, OEMs, hyperscalers, and technology partners.
• Build global capability, mentor teams, and create differentiated assets, accelerators, and offerings.
• Lead the application of Generative AI, Agentic AI, Digital Twins, Advanced Analytics, and Autonomous Operations within utility networks.
• Develop next-generation offerings around AI-assisted network planning, outage prediction, asset intelligence, and grid optimization.

Primary Skills

• 15+ years' experience with a blend of utility industry and top-tier consulting.
• Proven leadership of large-scale transformation and business growth initiatives.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to engage Boards, CXOs, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
• Recognized thought leader in Future Grids, OT, Grid Modernization, and AI-enabled Utilities.
• Core Expertise
  • Transmission Distribution Networks
  • Grid Operations Control Centres
  • AEMS / EMS / ADMS / DERMS
  • Operational Technology (OT)
  • Network Modelling Simulation
  • Transmission Distribution Planning
  • Grid Resilience Reliability
  • Renewable DER Integration
  • Utility Digital Transformation
  • Asset Performance Management