Burns & McDonnell

Grid Systems - Consultant

Burns & McDonnell • $100K — $160K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, or related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Proven skills in enterprise system implementation.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work methodically in quantitative problem-solving environments.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and adaptability under pressure.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

  • Execute technical consulting and system integration for grid and OT platforms.
  • Configure, test, and support deployment of grid management systems like SCADA and OMS.
  • Implement and validate advanced distribution applications such as power flow and DER integration.
  • Analyze OT system data to identify issues and support optimization.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation including configuration guides and test scripts.
  • Support integration activities between OT systems and enterprise platforms.
  • Provide technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis for grid system applications.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance and disability coverage.
  • Paid time off including sick leave under Colorado's HFWA.
  • Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • 401(k) retirement program.
  • Wellness programs to support employee health.
Full Job Description
Description

We are seeking a Grid Systems - Consultant to perform hands-on technical consulting and system integration work within electric utility environments. This role is focused on the configuration, analysis, testing, and implementation of grid management systems and supporting technologies. The Grid Systems - Consultant executes defined technical workstreams under approved architectures, contributing directly to solution delivery across distribution and grid operations programs.

What You'll Do
  • Execute technical consulting and system integration activities for grid and OT platforms, including:
  • Configure, test, and support deployment of grid management systems such as SCADA, OMS, DMS, ADMS, and DERMS within utility OT environments.
  • Implement and validate advanced distribution applications including power flow, state estimation, FLISR, VVO, and DER integration.
  • Perform system configuration, parameter tuning, and data validation activities to ensure accuracy, reliability, and operational usability.
  • Analyze OT system data, application outputs, and operational workflows to identify issues, validate results, and support system optimization.
  • Execute system testing, commissioning, and cutover activities, including:
  • Functional and integration testing.
  • Defect identification, triage, and remediation support.
  • Go-live and post-deployment stabilization support.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation such as configuration guides, test scripts, interface documentation, and operational support materials.
  • Participate in requirements definition and technical workshops, translating operational needs into system configurations and implementation tasks.
  • Support integration activities between OT systems and enterprise platforms, working within defined architectures to configure interfaces, data exchanges, and workflows.
  • Provide technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis support for grid system applications and integrations.
  • Support project execution by owning assigned technical tasks, tracking progress, and communicating issues and risks to senior consultants and architects.
  • Contribute technically to proposal and pursuit efforts, including solution descriptions, implementation approaches, and scope inputs.
  • Collaborate closely with solution architects, engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and project managers to ensure technical implementations align with architectural, security, and operational standards.
  • Comply with all company policies, safety requirements, and quality standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in business, computer science, engineering, or a related field from an accredited program and 3 years of relevant experience required.
  • Demonstrated enterprise system implementation skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment.
  • Ability to independently solve problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
  • Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines and to be effective in on-site work environments.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met.
  • Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PPT).

Compensation

$100,000.00-160,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Burns & McDonnell's PTO program includes the paid sick leave entitlements provided under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA). Additionally, as part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Engineering

Primary Location US-MO-Kansas City

Other Locations US-AZ-Phoenix, US-TX-Houston, US-FL-Orlando, US-TX-Austin, US-CO-Denver, US-NC-Charlotte, US-TX-Dallas

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263823

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-EH #E98 N/A

About Burns & McDonnell

Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
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