Control Room & Technical Systems Architect

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Job Title:

Control Room & Technical Systems Architect

Location:

Remote (Preferred: Mid-Atlantic Region – Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey, Delaware, MD, DC, VA)

Industry: Energy / Utilities

About

The Role

We are seeking a Control Room & Technical Systems Architect to join a leading enterprise energy company’s Real-Time Systems group. This is a high-impact, enterprise-level role supporting the integration and modernization of control room technologies across multiple utility operations.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and contribute to mission-critical infrastructure projects. The team has a strong track record of internal growth and advancement.

Primary Projects

• Distribution Operations Control Center Redesign (Baltimore):
• Integrate ADMS with video wall and A/V solutions.
• Establish a new real-time network infrastructure.
• Transmission Control Room Redesign (Baltimore):
• Integrate EMS with updated video wall and A/V systems.

• Lead the end-to-end solution architecture for control room redesigns, including video walls, A/V systems, and real-time IT systems.
• Oversee integration of new applications, systems, and security technologies across multiple utilities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal governance processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to validate and approve architectural solutions.
• Supervise a team of 5 Architects and coordinate across multiple technical domains.

• Provide strategic technical leadership by identifying and implementing Real-Time technology solutions that support both development and production environments.
• Design and document solution architectures using enterprise-wide frameworks and standards, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical requirements.
• Advise senior IT leadership on technology planning and innovation to support Real-Time operational strategies.
• Foster strong relationships across IT and business teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout project life cycles.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies, evaluating their potential impact and recommending innovative approaches to enhance system performance and reliability.
• Lead and mentor a team of Senior IT Architects, supporting their professional development and ensuring high-quality architectural deliverables.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline, with 8–10 years of diverse IT experience focused on system solutioning, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong technical skills in systems design, integration, security, networking, and infrastructure.
• In-depth knowledge of Real-Time System applications (e.g., SCADA, Outage Management, Historian).
• Proven ability to produce business cases and manage change associated with new technology implementations.
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and strong analytical and consulting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across all levels of IT and business.
• Experience designing solution architectures aligned with business and enterprise standards.
• Quick learner with the ability to apply new concepts and think strategically.

• 3–5 years of experience in Real-Time Systems architecture (e.g., SCADA, Outage Management, Historian).
• Deep technical expertise in Real-Time systems design, integration, security, networking, and infrastructure.

• Maintain deep knowledge of Real-Time technologies and their application across the organization.
• Lead development of solution architecture deliverables using enterprise standards.
• Apply relevant theories and practices to align technology with business needs.
• Operate independently with…