Sector Tech: Power & Utilities - Digital Grid - Staff 2 Consultant- US Consulting

EY • Hartford, DC

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About The Position

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.

We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.

Our clients operate in a world were achieving and sustaining performance is more difficult than ever. As a performance improvement professional, you’ll be focused on helping them grow and turn their strategy into reality. You’ll work with high-performing teams that drive growth and deliver exceptional client service while doing your part to build a better working world. Your career is yours to shape.

The Opportunity
The role of a Digital Grid Staff will be to provide consulting services to Power & Utility clients implementing digital grid programs, capabilities and systems (AMI, ADMS, OMS, SCADA, DRMS, DERMS, EMS, GIS) resulting in increased value and efficiency.

As a Staff in Technology Transformation Program Delivery, you will be at the forefront of supporting technology transformation projects and programs that align with our organizational strategy to achieve desired outcomes. You will provide assurance to project leadership by managing timelines, costs, and quality, working with both technical and non-technical project teams in the development and implementation of technology solutions and/or infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a related field (4-year degree)
• 1-3 years of experience in a technical or engineering role, preferably within the power utility industry
• Willingness to learn (or continue learning) any one of these systems: DER power flow, SCADA, ADMS, DERMS, or other utility control room solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills; ability to work with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Basic understanding of utility operations and ability to interact effectively with control room personnel.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong Business Skills in Building and Managing Relationships
• Client Trust and Value
• Communicating With Impact
• Complex Problem-Solving
• Critical Thinking
• Digital Fluency
• Driving Outcomes
• Emotional Agility
• Hybrid Collaboration
• Learning Agility

Responsibilities

• Follow established methods, templates, and controls; help ensure deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Execute assigned tasks and deliverables to plan, track status and update project tools.
• Identify and resolve/escalate issues and risks that affect scope, quality, schedule and resources
• Support client meetings and workshops (materials, demos, logistics), partnering closely with senior team members.
• Apply engineering principles to support the design, configuration, and documentation of operational technologies.
• Draft and maintain technical documentation (test cases, runbooks, operational technology maintenance procedures).
• Use technology to learn and share knowledge; stay current on foundational topics in power distribution and grid operations.
• Provide basic familiarity with power flow for utility real time or planning systems
• Contribute to business development support (e.g., RFP inputs, credentials, case write-ups) and internal knowledge management.
• Regular travel as needed by external clients.
• Stay current with the latest trends in the industry and be a trusted advisor/subject-matter resource for our clients’ businesses
• Support the EY inclusiveness culture

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business.
• The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $76,600 to $126,300.
• The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $91,800 to $143,400.
• Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography.
• In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances.
• You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level