CIM Engineer (Common Information Model)

Velco•Pinnacle, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network. VELCO is seeking an individual to join their team to help build the digital backbone of Vermont’s electric grid. This role offers a unique opportunity to design and build VELCO’s first enterprise-wide Common Information Model (CIM)—creating a unified, trusted data foundation that supports real-time operations, planning, and engineering across the organization. The successful candidate will help create the CIM model from the ground up, becoming a key expert in a critical and rapidly evolving space at the intersection of power systems, data, and grid modernization. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the reliability and operation of Vermont’s power grid, with the chance to take ownership of the domain and become the go-to expert in a highly specialized and valuable field. Collaboration with teams in engineering, IT, OT, operations, and planning will be integral. The role will also play a key part in shaping the future by influencing how data is structured, shared, and used across the organization.

Requirements

Mid-Career (Experienced) Engineer level: Strong understanding of power system modeling and data standards, including the Common Information Model (CIM). Proficiency with one or more tools such as PSSE, Aspen OneLiner, or Emerson/AspenTech/OSI preferred. Knowledge of data modeling tools and data management principles required. Ability to validate models using power flow analysis. BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Data Science or related field required. (Experience can be substituted for education requirement). Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the electric utility or power systems industry.
Senior Engineer level: Capable of making competent engineering recommendations and decisions, managing technical projects with minimum level of oversight, and mentoring less experienced engineers.
Understanding of power system modeling and data standards
Familiarity with Common Information Model (CIM) (preferred)
Experience with tools such as PSSE, Aspen OneLiner, or Emerson/AspenTech/OSI (preferred)
Knowledge of data modeling tools and data management principles
Ability to validate models using power flow analysis
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
Effective communication and collaboration across technical and non-technical teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
High attention to detail with a proactive, self-starter mindset
Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with one or more tools such as PSSE, Aspen OneLiner, or Emerson/AspenTech/OSI
Familiarity with Common Information Model (CIM)
Experience with tools such as PSSE, Aspen OneLiner, or Emerson/AspenTech/OSI

Responsibilities

Build & Lead a Foundational Platform: Support the development of VELCO’s enterprise-wide CIM network model, establishing a single source of truth for system data. Help design and implement the Vermont Exchange (VX) platform, enabling data integration across business units. Contribute to the long-term vision, scalability, and sustainability of the CIM and VX ecosystem.
Own Data Quality & Model Integrity: Ensure the network model accurately reflects real-world system conditions and changes. Develop and maintain processes for model creation, validation, updates, and governance. Perform model validation through power flow testing and quality checks. Optimize data storage, retrieval, and performance across the platform.
Collaborate Across the Organization: Partner with engineering, operations, planning, IT, and OT teams to align data and modeling needs. Gather requirements and deliver high-quality model exports that meet CIM and internal standards. Act as a liaison across business units, resolving discrepancies and improving data alignment.
Drive Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Advance the adoption and integration of CIM standards across VELCO systems. Provide input into future integrations with operational technology (OT) and enterprise systems. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to model data and system interfaces.
Enable Others Through Knowledge Sharing: Develop clear documentation for model processes and procedures. Provide training and ongoing support to users and stakeholders. Serve as VELCO’s subject matter expert for CIM and enterprise modeling.