Utility Data Management and Interoperability Engineer

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Epri
Independent nonprofit R&D organization advancing generation, delivery & use of electricity.
Lead data management, interoperability and grid modeling research for energy sector.
3 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland
Office Full-Time
Company Size
2,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Research & Development
Generation Research
Transmission & Substations
Distribution Systems
DER (Distributed Energy Resources) Integration
Energy Storage
Cybersecurity for Energy Delivery
Nuclear Technology Research
Sector Specialisms
Energy Delivery
Customer Solutions
Transportation Electrification
Electric Vehicles
Load Forecasting
Generation
Distribution Systems
Asset Inspection and Maintenance
Role
What you would be doing
maturity models
assessment tools
iec-cim
data catalog
data management
research projects
  • Collaborate with EPRI members, internal technical teams, and subcontractors to develop leading practices and guidance
  • Maintains expertise through active involvement in state-of-the-art research and industry collaboration
  • Lead and contribute to technical research projects focused on data management, interoperability, and grid model management
  • Interoperability: Development and assessment of interoperability maturity models, focus groups, and best practices
  • Author and present research findings, white papers, and technical guidance on interoperability, data architecture, and maturity models
  • Participate in multiple concurrent projects as an individual contributor, including the development of interoperability maturity models and assessment tools
  • Support the adoption and extension of IEC-CIM/CGMES standards for grid model management, working closely with utility partners and research consortia
  • Develop and implement data management plans for EU Horizon Europe projects, addressing challenges in AI, regulatory compliance, and energy system modeling
  • Engage with global experts and stakeholders to transfer knowledge and shape best practices in the energy sector
  • Design and deliver simplified data cataloging tools for organizations of varying sizes, focusing on governance, quality, and lineage
What you bring
cdmp
bachelor's
sql
kafka
uml
communication
  • Data Management Frameworks: DMBOK, DCAM, FAIR principles
  • Experience as a Data Architect, Data Modeler, or Application Engineer (e.g., Siemens, GE) is highly desirable
  • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or equivalent is a plus
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required
  • Systems Integration & Protocols: Data exchange protocols, semantic standards, systems integrator experience (OpenAPI, Apache Avro, SQL, Kafka, Hadoop)
  • Data Architecture: Master data management, data modeling, data quality measurement and correction, decentralized architectures, data mesh
  • Modeling Languages: UML, Archimate
  • 2–3 years of engineering or comparable work/educational experience
  • Experience in mentoring, training, and recruitment of technical staff is a plus
  • Advanced skills in decentralized data architecture, information modeling, and standardization (IEC, W3C, ISO, OGC)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present research externally and engage with international stakeholders
  • Comfortable engaging with domestic and international stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional technical domains
  • Intermediate skills in RDBMS/SQL, NoSQL, APIs, business architecture, and software development
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1972 Founded
Inception Year
Established after the Northeastern blackout to drive innovation in electricity.
$1B+ Research
Annual Portfolio Scale
Maintains a billion-dollar-scale annual research portfolio funded by leading global utilities.
45+ Countries
Global Collaboration
Collaborates with utilities and stakeholders in over 45 countries, influencing regulatory and market frameworks.
  • Operates globally from labs in the US and research arms across EMEA and Asia.
  • Funds cutting-edge R&D across nuclear, generation, grid modernization, and low-carbon energy.
  • Develops real-world solutions: high-voltage testing, EV-charging tech, cyber-secure grid systems.
  • Pioneered advances in photovoltaics, wind turbine tech, distributed energy, and smart transmission.
  • Unique in its 'virtual R&D' model—assembling expert teams, outsourcing lab work, then sharing breakthroughs.
  • Notable for visionary projects like pebble-bed modular nuclear reactors and AI-driven grid management.
Culture + Values
  • Integrity: We adhere to the highest ethical standards in everything we do.
  • Excellence: We strive for superior performance and continuous improvement.
  • Innovation: We embrace new ideas and solutions that drive progress and meet challenges.
  • Collaboration: We work together as one team to solve complex problems and create value.
  • Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and their outcomes.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target Year
The organization has made a long-term commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by the year 2050.
  • The organization is focused on advancing environmental sustainability through research and innovation in energy technologies.
  • Efforts include improving energy efficiency, reducing carbon emissions, and supporting a transition to cleaner energy sources.
  • Partnerships with utilities and industry leaders help mitigate environmental impacts and accelerate decarbonization.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Fosters an inclusive workplace with a comprehensive strategy.
  • Promotes a culture of mutual respect, opportunity, and inclusion for all employees.
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