Company Overview

Gridforce Energy Management’s mission is to ensure power flows consistently and reliably while enhancing our client’s profitability and reducing their risk exposure. Since 1999, Gridforce has been providing precision energy control and integration management services to micro-grids, load-serving entities and demand response clients throughout North America. Our employees are constantly iterating, solving problems, and working together to improve the business of our diverse client base from cities, municipalities and electric cooperatives, in addition to generation owners and operators.

We offer our employees opportunities for career development and training, providing new and valuable skills and experience. We are located in Houston, Texas -- the second fastest growing city in the nation, with world-class medical, cultural, educational and research institutions and a young, energetic and diverse population. Gridforce is located in the heart of Downtown Houston which provides an energizing and engaging atmosphere where you will love to come to work. Gridforce Energy Management is a NAES Company.

Summary

The Application Engineer is responsible for developing, testing, and implementing complex software applications and programs. The role includes utilizing customer input and needs to design software solutions. The role requires a knowledge of the electric power industry and the systems used.

Primary Duties

Write clean, scalable code using .NET programming languages Serve as a subject matter expert on applications and provide technical support Perform maintenance activities required for a SQL database AAG cluster. Revise, update and refactor existing codebases Participate in requirements analysis with internal and external customers Collaborate with internal teams to produce software design and architecture Develop documentation throughout the software development life cycle Serve as a subject matter expert on applications and provide technical support Participates in ITIL-based processes around the software development life cycle designed to meet regulatory standards (eg. NERC CIP) 

Scope of Responsibilities

The Application Engineer is responsible for developing software applications that meet the needs of Gridforce and its customers. Responsibilities also include learning software already developed and providing support of these applications.

Working Relationships

The applications engineer reports to the director of engineering and information systems and works closely with other members of the application team. There will also be some customer interface required.

Compensation

The initial compensation range is $78,000 - $95,000 depending on experience and qualifications.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in information technology related field of study with a programming focus.

Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as a software or application developer

Ability to quickly learn new or unfamiliar technology and products using documentation and internet resources.

Specific Skills and Knowledge

Interest in the Bulk Electric System (BES)/Power Generation Industry and willingness to learn industry concepts, practices and standards Proven experience as a .NET developer or Application Developer SQL Server database maintenance Familiarity with the Microsoft .NET framework, SQL Server and common design/architectural patterns for enterprise software Knowledge of one or more .NET languages (e.g., C#, Visual Basic .NET, C++) Analytical and troubleshooting experience Ability to provide on-call support for production systems Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

Working Conditions

Normal working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.  This role provides 24/7 support and will be part of an on-call rotation. Client demands as well as security and compliance requirements, may dictate adjustment to this schedule.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times.  Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property.  Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures.  Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.