Consulting Principal Role w/ Energy & Utilities - Global Consulting Practice

Cognizant Technology Solutions•Juno Beach, FL

57d•$162,000 - $194,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Consulting Principal - Energy & Utilities (SME), you will make an impact by shaping large-scale business and digital transformations across electric, water, and gas utilities. You will be a valued member of our Energy & Utilities Consulting team—partnering closely with client executives, program leaders, and cross-functional Cognizant teams—to deliver measurable outcomes across the Five Pillars of Consulting Excellence: Project Execution, Expertise, Business Development, Practice Development, and People Development.

Requirements

Experience: 18-20+ years in consulting, with 10+ years focused on utilities; proven success leading $30M-$90M transformation programs and multi-disciplinary teams.
Expertise: deep knowledge of utility operations and regulatory frameworks; hands-on experience with digital platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS).
Consulting skills: executive communication, stakeholder management, commercial acumen, and rigorous delivery discipline.
Travel: willingness to travel extensively as client needs require.
Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA or master's strongly preferred.
Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic engagements across AMI, SCADA, DERMS, ERP/EAM and adjacent modernization programs—owning program roadmaps, value realization, and executive stakeholder alignment.
Drive business development: develop and expand a book of business, lead pursuits, shape proposals, and ensure profitable growth across key accounts.
Advise senior executives on regulatory change, decarbonization strategies, grid modernization, customer experience, and digital operating models.
Publish thought leadership and represent Cognizant in industry forums; contribute to new consulting offerings and IP.
Mentor and build teams: grow consulting talent, support recruitment, and strengthen our community of practice.
Field Services Modernization: modernize legacy processes and integrate advanced technologies to improve safety, productivity, and workforce effectiveness.
Trusted C-suite advisory: guide utility executives on digital transformation, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
Sustainability & Net-Zero: operationalize decarbonization strategies in line with regulatory mandates and stakeholder goals.
Digital Transformation: lead smart grid programs, customer platforms, and data governance initiatives that unlock enterprise insights.