Job TitleUtility Data Management and Interoperability EngineerLocation:Dublin, Ireland, EEU - France Home Office, EEU - Germany (North Rhine-Westphalia), EEU - Poland Office, Madrid, SpainKey ResponsibilitiesJob Summary and Description:Lead and contribute to technical research projects focused on data management, interoperability, and grid model managementSupport the adoption and extension of IEC-CIM/CGMES standards for grid model management, working closely with utility partners and research consortiaDevelop and implement data management plans for EU Horizon Europe projects, addressing challenges in AI, regulatory compliance, and energy system modelingDesign and deliver simplified data cataloging tools for organizations of varying sizes, focusing on governance, quality, and lineageAuthor and present research findings, white papers, and technical guidance on interoperability, data architecture, and maturity modelsCollaborate with EPRI members, internal technical teams, and subcontractors to develop leading practices and guidanceParticipate in multiple concurrent projects as an individual contributor, including the development of interoperability maturity models and assessment toolsEngage with global experts and stakeholders to transfer knowledge and shape best practices in the energy sectorFocus AreasData Management Frameworks: DMBOK, DCAM, FAIR principlesSystems Integration & Protocols: Data exchange protocols, semantic standards, systems integrator experience (OpenAPI, Apache Avro, SQL, Kafka, Hadoop)Data Architecture: Master data management, data modeling, data quality measurement and correction, decentralized architectures, data meshModeling Languages: UML, ArchimateDigital Strategy: Digital transformation, capability maturity models, regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act)Industry Standards: IEC Common Information Model (CIM), CGMES, W3C, ISO, OGCInteroperability: Development and assessment of interoperability maturity models, focus groups, and best practicesEducationBachelor's Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience requiredQualifications2–3 years of engineering or comparable work/educational experienceCertified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or equivalent is a plusExperience as a Data Architect, Data Modeler, or Application Engineer (e.g., Siemens, GE) is highly desirableAdvanced skills in decentralized data architecture, information modeling, and standardization (IEC, W3C, ISO, OGC)Intermediate skills in RDBMS/SQL, NoSQL, APIs, business architecture, and software developmentStrong verbal and written communication skills; ability to present research externally and engage with international stakeholdersAbility to work independently and collaboratively across cross-functional technical domainsAdditional Job InformationIdeal Candidate ProfileSelf-starter and team player with a bias for actionComfortable engaging with domestic and international stakeholdersPassionate about shaping the future of a secure, affordable, and environmentally responsible energy sectorMaintains expertise through active involvement in state-of-the-art research and industry collaborationExperience in mentoring, training, and recruitment of technical staff is a plusEPRI is committed to complying with the regulatory framework governing export control, consisting of international treaties, U.S. laws, regulations and trade sanctions, and where applicable, foreign laws governing export control. These include the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Part 810 nuclear export regulations, and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). It is a critical requirement of this role that the successful candidate will have to work with export-controlled technology / information. As a result, prior to applying for this role, please ensure you satisfy yourself as to your ability to access such export-controlled technology / information without further authorization from government.