ADMS OMS/DMS Subject Matter Expert

Summary:

The ADMS OMS/DMS Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for providing specialized expertise in the design, implementation, configuration, and ongoing support of both Outage Management Systems (OMS) and/or Distribution Management Systems (DMS) within an Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS). The SME works closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors to ensure that both the OMS and DMS meet business requirements and function efficiently.

Role Description:

• Develop, Review, Analyze, and/or Update High-level and detailed requirements/specifications
• Develop, Review, Analyze, and/or Update use cases
• Develop, Review, Analyze, and/or Update business process (current & new)
• Develop, Review, Analyze, and/or Update system design
• Develop, Review, Analyze, and/or Update system traceability matrix 
• Perform Functional Gap Analysis between the current and new system
• Identifying data requirements necessary for the successful OMS utilization (SCADA, topology and energization data problems).
• Identifying data requirements necessary for the successful power application utilization
• Clarifying all advanced applications options, modes, and purposes as well as their impact on results
• Support in advanced applications testing process (all testing phases from FAT to Go-Live)
• Support in network model tuning per standpoint of advanced applications
• Verification of advanced applications' results by performing manual calculations and/or using simple tools
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Required skills:

OMS Expertise:

• Deep understanding of OMS functionalities, architecture, and data models.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems as represented in OMS.
• Ability to analyze outage data, diagnose issues, and propose solutions.
• Proficiency in data analytics to enhance outage response and restoration processes.
• Experience managing OMS implementation, upgrades, and maintenance projects.
• Familiarity with utility regulations, grid reliability standards, and OMS-related cybersecurity.
• Ability to create technical documentation and deliver training to end-users.
• Strong communication skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

DMS Expertise:

• In-depth knowledge of ADMS applications such as FLISR, VVO, DERMS, and grid optimization tools.
• Understanding of DER integration strategies within ADMS.
• Proficiency in analyzing grid scenarios and optimizing network performance.
• Experience with ADMS integration (GIS, SCADA, MDM) and data protocols (e.g., DNP3, IEC 61850).
• Ability to lead and manage projects for advanced application deployment within ADMS.
• Familiarity with grid operations regulations, cybersecurity, and reliability standards.
• Skill in delivering training and developing user guides for ADMS advanced applications.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts across departments and teams.