Principal, Network Model Engineer

Position Summary

Join a high-performing, dynamic team shaping the future of PG&E's electrical grid – delivering reliably, safe, affordable, and clean energy to our customers and communities. The Grid Operations, Applications, and Transformation (GOAT) team implements and maintains PG&E’s Operational Technology, including the Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS), a cornerstone for a sustainable energy future and the Grid of Tomorrow.

• Lead and Innovate – Resolve GIS model promotion issues and ensure seamless integration across systems.
• Develop GIS Expertise – Build and maintain deep knowledge of PG&E’s electric distribution and transmission GIS systems, ensuring accurate and reliable data for ADMS operations.
• Cross-Functional Liaison – Coordinate among GIS Mapping, IT GIS, the GIS Center of Excellence (COE), and the ADMS GOAT organization to align processes, resolve data discrepancies, and support strategic initiatives.
• Provide Direction – Deliver day-to-day directions for standard network modeling tasks, aligning with organizational priorities.
• Collaborate on Roadmaps – Influence product and technology roadmaps, ensuring network model capabilities support future functionality.
• Maintain Documentation – Maintain all relevant documents, standards, and procedures for network modeling and ADMS operations.
• Model Integrity – Maintain and enhance station models, load/generation profiles, and overall network accuracy.
• Process Optimization – Identify and implement automation opportunities to streamline ADMS support and maintenance.
• Strategic Collaboration – Align technology with ADMS requirements and future grid capabilities.
• Standards Development – Establish new engineering standards and guidelines in collaboration with Distribution Standards.
• Subject Matter Expertise – Serve as the escalation point for ADMS-related inquiries, device commissioning, and communication infrastructure.
• Continuous Improvement – Champion best practices for efficiency, reliability, and operational excellence.
• Onboarding Leadership – Lead onboarding of new products, features, or system capabilities for inclusion within the production network model, supporting documentation and overall business readiness.
• Vision & Strategic Execution – Create and cast the overall vision for strategic execution of network modeling and ADMS initiatives.

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with grid modeling software (e.g. CYMDIST, PSLF, Aspen, etc.).
• 10 years of electric utility related experience.

• Master of Science in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering.
• Expertise in the domains of systems, SCADA and network model engineering.
• Experience in process automation, system integration, field device design, and device engineering standardization.
• Experience with grid modeling software with an emphasis on the Schneider Electric ADMS product.
• Advanced electric engineering concepts experience.
• Experience supporting projects and initiatives with medium to high corporate priority.
• Power system model tuning experience.
• Transmission or Distribution System Planning experience.
• Transmission or Distribution Operations experience.
• Protection System Engineering experience.
• Deep understanding of electric distribution and transmission GIS systems and data governance.
• Collaborating on technology and product roadmaps with cross-functional teams.
• Strong documentation and standards management skills for complex operational systems.
• Proven leadership in onboarding new products, features, or system capabilities, including business readiness and support planning.
• Strategic planning experience, partnering with senior leadership to define and execute long-term vision.
• Certifications in GIS (e.g., Esri Technical Certification) or related technologies preferred.
• Project management or change management certifications (e.g., PMP, Prosci) are a plus.
• Proficiency with one or multiple protocols (DNP
  3.0, IPv4/6, PGE
  2179, IEC 61850, 2030.5, OPC, ICCP).
• Strong experience in and with an ADMS OMS, preferably with the SE Exostructure.