Job Description
KAYGEN is an emerging leader in providing top talent for technology-based staffing services. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries.
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Job Title:EMS Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Quality Assurance Lead
Location: Seattle, WA (Remote with Ocassional travel)
Duration: 12 Months
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced OSI Monarch Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Quality Assurance Lead to support a large-scale Energy Management System (EMS) Upgrade project for a public utility. This is a long-term remote opportunity with occasional travel, focused on upgrading the OSI Monarch EMS platform, supporting testing and quality assurance activities, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on EMS/SCADA professional with extensive experience in utility control center operations, OSI Monarch upgrades, and electric power systems. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure the successful implementation of the upgraded system, and provide technical guidance during planning, testing, deployment, and production support.
Required Skills
Job Title:EMS Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Quality Assurance Lead
Location: Seattle, WA (Remote with Ocassional travel)
Duration: 12 Months
| Project Supported: | EMS Upgrade and OpenAAR add-on |
| Work Schedule: | Standard Business hours, SCL core hours if on a different time zone, and nonstandard business hours to support Go-Live or specialized project activities |
| Work Location: | Remote; with occasional travel to the site to support specialized activities |
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced OSI Monarch Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Quality Assurance Lead to support a large-scale Energy Management System (EMS) Upgrade project for a public utility. This is a long-term remote opportunity with occasional travel, focused on upgrading the OSI Monarch EMS platform, supporting testing and quality assurance activities, and providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on EMS/SCADA professional with extensive experience in utility control center operations, OSI Monarch upgrades, and electric power systems. This individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure the successful implementation of the upgraded system, and provide technical guidance during planning, testing, deployment, and production support.
Required Skills
- 5–10+ years of hands-on experience with OSI Monarch Energy Management Systems (EMS)
- Strong experience with SCADA/EMS implementations, upgrades, and support
- Experience completing at least one OSI Monarch upgrade project
- Deep understanding of Electric Utility Control Center Operations
- Experience with ICCP, DNP3, Modbus, real-time databases, and utility communications
- Knowledge of EMS Architecture, Power System Operations, and real-time applications
- Experience with OSI Monarch modules such as:
- SCADA
- GMS/EMS
- AGC
- OpenNet
- OpenHIS
- CHRONUS
- OpenCALC
- FEP
- LocalIO
- Experience working in NERC CIP regulated environments
- Familiarity with CAISO or other ISO/RTO electricity markets (PJM, MISO, ERCOT, NYISO, ISO-NE, SPP)
- Experience creating and executing FAT, SAT, regression testing, and QA plans
- Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and technical leadership skills
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with engineering, IT, operations, and project stakeholders
- Lead technical activities for the OSI Monarch EMS upgrade project
- Perform installation, configuration, migration, and system integration
- Support EMS configuration, customization, and application upgrades
- Troubleshoot technical issues and resolve system defects
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans
- Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and system validation activities
- Track defects, perform regression testing, and maintain quality documentation
- Coordinate with internal utility teams, project management, and third-party vendors
- Provide technical guidance, documentation, and knowledge transfer throughout the project
- Support production cutover, Go-Live, and post-implementation stabilization
- Experience with OpenAAR (Ambient Adjusted Ratings)
- WEIM (Western Energy Imbalance Market) integration experience
- Experience working with Government-Owned Utilities
- Knowledge of OSISoft PI
- PostgreSQL and Oracle database experience
- Linux shell scripting and SQL
- Experience with SEL RTAC
- Exposure to ADMS, DERMS, or Distribution Automation systems
- Utility Cyber Security or NERC CIP security certifications
- Experience with GPS timing systems and frequency management
At KAYGEN, people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and employee-driven culture where every individual is valued, empowered, and encouraged to bring their authentic self to work. Our candidate-first approach means we are committed to understanding your career goals and connecting you with opportunities that align with your aspirations, skills, and potential. Whether you're taking the next step in your career or searching for your dream opportunity, KAYGEN is more than a staffing partner—we're a community dedicated to helping you grow, succeed, and thrive. Join us and discover a place where your talent is recognized, your ambitions are supported, and your future is built alongside a team that invests in your success every step of the way.
Our team of experienced staffing experts will work with you to find you the best opportunity. For more information, please visit us at www.kaygen.com.
Benefits:
- Free Healthcare Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Free Life Insurance
- Sick Time Off
- Mentorship Program
- Certifications
- Referrals
- Family and Wellness benefits
- Continuous Growth and Career Development
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Seattle, WA (Remote) |
| Industry | Computer/IT Services |
| Salary | $70–$85 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 100 to 499 employees |
| Year Founded | 2003 |
| Website | http://www.kaygen.com |
Benefits
Paid Sick Days, Professional Development, 401K, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts
About Company
Kaygen, an award-winning technology consulting and talent firm, assists organizations to achieve digital transformation. From structuring data to the Cloud and visualization, Kaygen leads the digital transformation of global clients.
Kaygen, from the Japanese word, kaizen, for continuous improvement, signifies how we continuously seek to bring expert tech talent to our client engagements to create a sustainable competitive advantage. However, there is more. Our company is diverse, and minority woman owned and operated by expert data technologists who have conceived and developed the very strategic technology initiatives that we now engage in for our clients with our talent.
Our core belief in diversity, complemented by the principles of kaizen, ensures we bring the best expert data talent to work transparently, collaboratively, and with the flexibility to ensure client success.
Visit http://www.kaygen.com/ for a solutions overview.
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