Senior Systems Engineer - Applications

Protingent

Bellevue, WA(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$56–$95 Per Hour

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Apache, Application Hosting, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Business Administration, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Business Processes, Business Support, Clean Technologies, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Computer Testing, Customer Support/Service, Database Extract Transform and Load (ETL), Disaster Recovery, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Enterprise Applications, Field Trials, Financial Systems, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), HRIS/HRMS, IBM Maximo Asset Management, IBM Product Family, IT Service Management (ITSM), ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Internet Security, Internet of Things, Java, Legal, Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Medical Equipment, Mentoring, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Middleware, Multitasking, Node.js, Operational Support, Operations Processes, Oracle Applications, Performance Analysis, Performance Testing, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Engineering, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scripting (Scripting Languages), ServiceNow, Software Administration, Software Patches, Software Upgrades, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Support Documentation, System Integration (SI), System Lifecycle, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, United States Citizen, Usability Engineering, Web Client Plug-ins, Willing to Travel, Windows PowerShell, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Bellevue, WA

POSTED

25 days ago

Position Title: Senior Systems Engineer - Applications

Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Senior Systems Engineer - Applications opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

Application Management & Support:
- Serve as the primary administrative resource for business applications supporting plant operations, including EAM/ERP and related enterprise systems, with ownership of the digital work execution/Dynamic Instructions application suite.
- Plan, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise applications in Windows and Linux environments, including DI authoring and execution components.
- Perform regular maintenance, including application patching, plugin updates, and configuration changes. Provide Tier 2/3 support, investigate and resolve application issues, and mentor staff on support for DI authoring, conversion, testing, and field execution usability issues.
Digital Instructions and Work Execution Enablement (DI/HyperService Specialty):
- Lead the conversion of existing procedures and work instructions into computer-guided Dynamic Instructions, using platform conversion tooling, then optimize and enrich the content to fully leverage the digital paradigm via DI authoring tools.
- Partner with procedure writers, planners, supervisors, and craft professionals to gather feedback and continuously optimize DI content for field performance, usability, and compliance.
- Validate, test, and optimize digital procedures using platform testing/performance tools to support reliable execution in operations.
- Develop and maintain governance friendly procedure/work package artifacts and system documentation that support controlled deployment and audit readiness (configuration, workflows, integrations, and customizations).
Integration & Optimization:
- Support and optimize integration between enterprise systems and platforms such as IoT, GIS, SCADA, financial, and HR systems, including integration points needed to enable end to end digital work execution.
- Implement automation for application deployment, configuration, and monitoring to improve reliability and efficiency.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and prevent service degradation.
Compliance & Documentation:
- Participate in business continuity planning, disaster recovery testing, and cybersecurity compliance efforts.
- Support audits and regulatory compliance (e.g., NQA-1, FERC, NERC, SOX) by ensuring application controls are in place and functioning.
- Develop and maintain system documentation, including configurations, workflows, integrations, and customizations.
Project Delivery:
- Lead or contribute to system lifecycle initiatives, including selection, implementation, upgrades, and retirement, with accountability for DI/HyperService platform delivery outcomes.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure minimal operational disruption during application deployments and upgrades.
Other:
- Strong communication skills are desired.
- The candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork.

Job Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
7+ years of experience managing enterprise or business applications, with at least 5 years administering ERP/EAM platforms in a utility, manufacturing, or similarly regulated environment.
Strong understanding of plant operations and business processes in regulated industries, ideally nuclear or utility sectors.
Hands-on experience with ERP/EAM systems such as Oracle, IBM Maximo, Asset Suite.
Proficiency in SQL, scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash), and integration tools (APIs, ETL, HyperService middleware).
Own and support the application stack for HyperService/DWEP, including services built on Node.js, Java, and hosted on Apache TomcatExperience with cloud technologies (Azure, AWS) and hybrid environments.
Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow) and ITIL processes.
Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for enterprise systems.
Demonstrated ability to use digital tooling to convert, author, test, and optimize computer-based procedures.
Strong knowledge of procedure development, work package creation, and work process documentation within a regulated industry
Personable and highly collaborative.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Strong interest in technology and innovation, with a desire to leverage digital tools for process improvement
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effectively engaging with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

5+ years of experience with nuclear grade procedures
Experience with cloud-hosted enterprise applications; experience with electronic work package, HyperService, and/or Digital Work Execution Platform preferred
Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as FERC, NERC CIP, and NQA-1.
Travel Required: 0-5%.

Job Details:

Job Type: Contract
Pay Rate Range: $56-$95/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience)
Location: 100% Remote Acceptable
Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status

Benefits Package: Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
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