EMS & ADMS Lead: 24/7 Grid IT & Operations

PPL Corporation; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Allentown is seeking a Technology Systems Manager responsible for leading the application and maintenance of transmission energy management systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience managing high-availability, mission-critical computer systems. Key responsibilities include leading technical teams, optimizing system performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to advancements in energy technology within a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in multi-user, multi-cluster, high-availability systems.
• Experience in technical leadership and communication.
• Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical teams in EMS and ADMS application development.
• Optimize performance of EMS systems and monitor operations.
• Interface with vendors for EMS technology needs.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related

Tools

GE AEMS

SQL

MS Windows

Linux

Job description

A leading utility company in Allentown is seeking a Technology Systems Manager responsible for leading the application and maintenance of transmission energy management systems. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience managing high-availability, mission-critical computer systems. Key responsibilities include leading technical teams, optimizing system performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to advancements in energy technology within a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement.