Senior Pre-Sales Solution Architect – Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMs)
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GE Vernova is a purpose built global energy company encompassing Power Wind and Electrification businesses supported by Advanced Research Consulting Services and Financial Services. With more than 130 years of experience addressing the worlds most complex energy challenges GE Vernova is uniquely positioned to lead the global energy transitionadvancing electrification while accelerating decarbonization.GE Vernovas Grid Software business delivers advanced software platforms that enable utilities to modernize grid operations improve resiliency and integrate growing levels of distributed energy resources through intelligent monitoring analytics and control.
As a Senior Pre Sales Solution Architect you will play a critical role supporting utilities across the Growth Region (Asia Pacific India and Sub Saharan Africa) by shaping and delivering solutions centered on Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS). Working as a senior technical leader within the commercial organization you will partner closely with utility stakeholders to address complex operational challenges associated with distribution automation DER integration and grid modernization.
Leveraging GridOS GE Vernovas end to end grid orchestration platform you will help utilities transition to more flexible resilient and intelligent distribution networks - enabling secure reliable operations while supporting the clean energy grid of the future.
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Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior PreSales Solution Architect to lead customer engagements focused on Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS) across the Growth Region (Asia Pacific India and SubSaharan Africa).
This role serves as a senior technical leader and trusted advisor working closely with utilities to design and position solutions that address distribution automation DER integration and grid modernization challenges. You will shape solution strategy influence customer decisions and support complex highimpact opportunities across diverse markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead technical solution design and customer engagement for GridOS ADMS(Advanced Distribution Management Systems) and DERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems) offerings
- Act as a trusted advisor to utility stakeholders including distribution operations control room DER program and IT/OT leaders
- Strong Commercial Acumen with experience with software sales able to deliver to targets express strong value propositions while understanding customers buying processes
- Design end to end solution architectures covering:
- SCADA DMS(Distribution Management System) OMS (Outage Management System) VVO and FLISR
- DER monitoring DER Control (CSIP) Forecasting Aggregation Optimization and Flexibility Markets
- Integration with GIS AMI EMS and enterprise systems
- Translate regional regulatory grid interconnection and operational requirements into practical solution designs
- Deliver executive level presentations workshops and product demonstrations tailored to customer maturity
- Lead technical responses to RFPs and RFIs ensuring solution completeness differentiation and feasibility
- Support proof of concepts pilots and customer validation activities
- Collaborate with sales product management and engineering to shape regional solution strategy and product direction
- Represent GE Vernova at industry events conferences and customer forums
- Lead with thought leadership on Future Flexible Networks and bring expertise on emerging industry trends
DERMS(Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems) Focus Areas
- DER integration at scale including:
- Rooftop and utility scale solar PV
- Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
- Electric vehicle (EV) charging and V2G
- Demand response and flexible loads
- Microgrids and islanded operations
- Flexibility Markets
- DERMS use cases such as:
- Realtime and near real time DER control
- DER forecasting and visibility
- DER Monitoring and Control (based on industry standards like IEEE 2030.5 and OpenADR)
- Hosting capacity and constraint management
- Coordination between DERMS and ADMS/SCADA
- Designing architectures that support centralized and federated DER orchestration models
- Addressing operational communications and cybersecurity challenges associated with DER control
Required Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems Energy Systems or a related field
- 15 years of experience in utility distribution systems grid operations or control systems
- 10 years in a customer facing role such as presales consulting or solution architecture
- Strong experience with ADMS DMS OMS SCADA and DERMS platforms
- Proven ability to lead complex technical discussions with senior utility stakeholders
- Willingness to travel up to 35% across the Growth Region
- Business Acumen
Desired characteristics:
- Experience with GE Vernova GridOS PowerOn Advantage ADMS eTerra ADMS or equivalent industry solutions
- Familiarity with cloud or hybrid deployments (AWS Azure)
- Knowledge of international distribution grid codes and standards
- Experience working across emerging and developing utility markets
Why Join GE Vernova
- Work at the forefront of grid modernization and DER integration
- Influence largescale utility transformation across fast growing global markets
- Collaborate with global experts in software power systems and energy transition technologies
- Take on a senior role with meaningful technical and strategic impact
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: No
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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