Senior Systems Engineer - Applications

Position Title Senior Systems Engineer - Applications Position Description Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract opportunity for a Senior Systems Engineer - Applications. Job Responsibilities Application Management & Support: Serve as the primary administrative resource for business applications supporting plant operations, including EAM/ERP and related enterprise systems, with ownership of the digital work execution/Dynamic Instructions application suite. Plan, deploy, configure, and maintain enterprise applications in Windows and Linux environments, including DI authoring and execution components. Perform regular maintenance, including application patching, plugin updates, and configuration changes. Provide Tier 2/3 support, investigate and resolve application issues, and mentor staff on support for DI authoring, conversion, testing, and field execution usability issues. Digital Instructions and Work Execution Enablement (DI/HyperService Specialty): Lead the conversion of existing procedures and work instructions into computer-guided Dynamic Instructions, using platform conversion tooling, then optimize and enrich the content to fully leverage the digital paradigm via DI authoring tools. Partner with procedure writers, planners, supervisors, and craft professionals to gather feedback and continuously optimize DI content for field performance, usability, and compliance. Validate, test, and optimize digital procedures using platform testing/performance tools to support reliable execution in operations. Develop and maintain governance friendly procedure/work package artifacts and system documentation that support controlled deployment and audit readiness (configuration, workflows, integrations, and customizations). Integration & Optimization: Support and optimize integration between enterprise systems and platforms such as IoT, GIS, SCADA, financial, and HR systems, including integration points needed to enable end to end digital work execution. Implement automation for application deployment, configuration, and monitoring to improve reliability and efficiency. Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and prevent service degradation. Compliance & Documentation: Participate in business continuity planning, disaster recovery testing, and cybersecurity compliance efforts. Support audits and regulatory compliance (e.g., NQA-1, FERC, NERC, SOX) by ensuring application controls are in place and functioning. Develop and maintain system documentation, including configurations, workflows, integrations, and customizations. Project Delivery: Lead or contribute to system lifecycle initiatives, including selection, implementation, upgrades, and retirement, with accountability for DI/HyperService platform delivery outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure minimal operational disruption during application deployments and upgrades. Other: Strong communication skills are desired. The candidate will possess a high degree of trust and integrity, communicate openly and display respect, and a desire to foster teamwork. Job Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience). 7+ years of experience managing enterprise or business applications, with at least 5 years administering ERP/EAM platforms in a utility, manufacturing, or similarly regulated environment. Strong understanding of plant operations and business processes in regulated industries, ideally nuclear or utility sectors. Hands‑on experience with ERP/EAM systems such as Oracle, IBM Maximo, Asset Suite. Proficiency in SQL, scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash), and integration tools (APIs, ETL, HyperService middleware). Own and support the application stack for HyperService/DWEP, including services built on Node.js, Java, and hosted on Apache Tomcat. Experience with cloud technologies (Azure, AWS) and hybrid environments. Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow) and ITIL processes. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices for enterprise systems. Demonstrated ability to use digital tooling to convert, author, test, and optimize computer-based procedures. Strong knowledge of procedure development, work package creation, and work process documentation within a regulated industry. Personable and highly collaborative. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Strong interest in technology and innovation, with a desire to leverage digital tools for process improvement. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, effectively engaging with both technical and non‑technical audiences. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. Preferred Job Qualifications 5+ years of experience with nuclear grade procedures. Experience with cloud-hosted enterprise applications; experience with electronic work package, HyperService, and/or Digital Work Execution Platform preferred. Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as FERC, NERC CIP, and NQA‑1. Travel Required: 0‑5%. Job Details Job Type: Contract Pay Rate Range: $56‑$95/hr (Pay rates are approved based on candidate location, education and experience) Location: 100% Remote Acceptable Export control regulations require candidates to be a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Legal Permanent Resident, or of a protected person status. Benefits Package Protingent offers competitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-tax commuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr Protingent