Application Engineer, Energy Management Systems

Are you ready to help keep the lights on across Texas? One of the largest power and utilities companies in the state is searching for an experienced Energy Management Systems (EMS) Applications Engineer to join their high-impact grid solutions team. In this essential role, you will take ownership of the design, development, enhancement, and support of cutting-edge real-time power systems and energy market applications to directly impact the stability and reliability of the electric grid. If you thrive in environments where your technical expertise maintains mission-critical infrastructure and your decisions make a tangible difference, this is your opportunity!

This exciting opportunity to drive innovation in energy management begins as a 2-year W2 contract offering a flexible, hybrid schedule in Taylor, TX, competitive benefits, and the strong potential for conversion to permanent employment.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, test, and validate enhancements to Energy Management Systems applications, including real-time grid modeling, forecasting, and operator training solutions.
• Provide expert troubleshooting, maintenance, and support for EMS and market management platforms, including participating in a 24/7 on-call rotation.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure smooth application setup, integration, and testing for market participants.
• Lead and participate in disaster recovery exercises, site failovers, and business continuity initiatives for critical grid systems.
• Regularly perform model load testing and real-time data updates in line with established procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on projects impacting EMS/OTS applications and environments.
• Contribute to the development of new tools, processes, and procedures that drive system reliability and department efficiency.
• Take on a mentorship role, providing guidance, oversight, and training to junior engineers and analysts.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and database teams to resolve complex system/application interactions and deliver robust solutions.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of directly related engineering experience within Energy Management or real-time grid/market systems.
• Strong expertise with EMS applications such as Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, Load Frequency Control, OTS, and dynamic stability analysis.
• Hands-on experience with EMMS production support, including troubleshooting, maintenance, disaster recovery drills, and issue remediation.
• Deep knowledge of application and interface design, client/server and web-based platforms, as well as real-time system/database upgrades and patching procedures.
• Proficiency in power system analysis tools, database management, and advanced spreadsheet programs.
• Ability to work independently on complex assignments requiring in-depth evaluation, as well as collaboratively in multifunctional teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills; a proactive approach to continuous improvement; and proven success in mentoring others.

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.