Senior Grid Innovation Engineer - Rocklin/Concord/Fresno
Company: PG&E Corporation
Location: Fresno
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Requisition ID 170549 Job Category: Engineering / Science Job
Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Energy Delivery Work
Type: Hybrid Job Location: Concord; Fresno; Rocklin Position
Summary Join a high-performing, and 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 is
dedicated to implementing and maintaining PG&E’s Operational
Technology including the Advanced Distribution Management System
(ADMS), which is fundamental to a sustainable energy future and the
Grid of Tomorrow. We are seeking accomplished, integrity-driven,
diverse, and collaborative individuals to join us as a Network
Model Engineer, Senior. The Network Model Engineer will be an
integral part of our GOAT organization. This position provides
leading edge technology enabling PG&E to improve and enhance
operational technology. This role will be focused on ensuring the
on-going maintenance and growth of the ADMS network model. The
network model is a combination of various existing data sets: RT
SCADA, GIS, CYME, etc. to build a comprehensive electrical model of
our distribution grid. With the combination of GIS nodal topology,
engineering data, and SCADA we can deploy advanced applications
that will allow distribution operations a new single pane of glass
from which to operate the grid of tomorrow. This role will be
focused on network model changes needed to integrate with customer
databases for OMS, and other changes needed for future advanced
functionality. The selected candidate must live within PG&E’s
service territory. PG&E is providing the salary range that the
company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at
the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to
the locality of the job. The actual salary paid to an individual
will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to,
specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience,
market value, geographic location, and internal equity. Although we
estimate the successful candidate hired into this role will be
placed towards the middle or entry point of the range, the decision
will be made on a case-by-case basis related to these factors.? A
reasonable salary range is: Minimum Base Salary (Bay Area)
$122,000.00 Mid Base Salary (Bay Area) $158,000.00 Maximum Base
Salary (Bay Area) $194,000.00 Minimum Base Salary (California)
$116,000.00 Mid Base Salary (California) $150,000.00 Maximum Base
Salary (California) $184,000.00 Responsibilities include: Drive
efforts to 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: Lead cross-functional
coordination 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 (i.e., Elevate program). Take guidance from the Network
Model Manager and ADMS Senior Network Model engineering staff to
deliver day-to-day directions for standard network modeling tasks,
ensuring alignment with organizational priorities. Collaborate on
Roadmaps: Partner with the ADMS Applications & Strategy
organization to influence product and technology roadmaps, ensuring
network model capabilities support future functionality. Work
closely with the ADMS System Procedures & Practices organization to
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: Partner with internal teams
to 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. Vision &
Strategic Execution: Partner with the Network Model/BAS Manager and
ADMS Business Support Senior Manager to create and cast the overall
vision for strategic execution of network modeling and ADMS
initiatives. Qualifications Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in
Engineering or equivalent experience Experience with grid modeling
software (e.g. CYMDIST, PSLF, Aspen, etc.) 5 years of electric
utility related experience Desired: Master of Science in
Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering Expertise in the
domains of systems, ADMS 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 Experience with advanced electric engineering concepts
Experience supporting projects and initiative with medium to high
corporate priority. Experience in power system model tuning
Experience in Transmission or Distribution System Planning
Experience in Transmission or Distribution Operations Protection
System Engineering experience Deep understanding of electric
distribution and transmission GIS systems and data governance.
Experience 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, including 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 (DNP3.0, IPV4/6, PGE2179, IEC 61850, 2030.5, OPC, ICCP)
Strong experience in and with OMS, preferably with the SE
Ecostruxure
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