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Principal Manager, Systems Innovation

Via DicePomona, CAMay 20th, 2026
Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, SuperbTech,Inc., is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Principal Manager, Systems InnovationLocation: Pomona, CA (Hybrid)Compensation: $230,000 - $250,000 Base Salary + 20% BonusEmployment Type: Full-TimeSuperbTech is currently supporting a high-impact leadership opportunity within the utility and infrastructure modernization space. We are seeking a Principal Manager, Systems Innovation to help drive next-generation grid modernization, enterprise transformation, and utility systems innovation initiatives.This role is ideal for a senior-level leader with deep experience across utility infrastructure, transmission/distribution modernization, AMI/communications systems, capital programs, enterprise transformation, and cross-functional technology leadership within regulated utility environments.ResponsibilitiesLead enterprise modernization and grid innovation initiatives across utility operations and infrastructure programsDrive technology roadmaps, transformation strategy, and large-scale modernization effortsPartner with Engineering, Operations, IT, Cybersecurity, Regulatory, and Executive Leadership teamsOversee major capital programs, infrastructure investments, and modernization portfoliosSupport utility communications systems, AMI/network modernization, operational technologies, and enterprise integrationsDevelop executive presentations, business cases, investment strategies, and operational roadmapsLead cross-functional teams, senior managers, vendors, consultants, and strategic partnersDrive operational excellence, governance, risk mitigation, and large-scale delivery executionQualifications10+ years of progressive leadership experience within utilities, infrastructure modernization, or enterprise transformation environmentsStrong utility and grid modernization experience is requiredExperience supporting transmission/distribution, AMI, utility communications systems, network modernization, or operational technology environmentsProven success leading large-scale capital projects, PMO transformation, or enterprise modernization initiativesExperience working across Engineering, Operations, IT, Cybersecurity, and Regulatory teamsStrong executive communication and stakeholder management skillsExperience with utility regulatory environments, infrastructure governance, and operational modernization strongly preferredBackgrounds from electric utilities, gas utilities, energy infrastructure, grid modernization, AMI, telecom/network modernization, or utility operations technology highly preferredPreferred ExperienceUtility modernization and infrastructure transformationAMI / Smart Metering ProgramsTransmission & Distribution modernizationUtility communications systemsCloud and enterprise systems modernizationPMO governance and capital portfolio managementRegulatory environments (CPUC, NERC/CIP, FERC, CAISO, etc.)Enterprise operational technology modernizationWhy This RoleExecutive visibility and strategic influenceHigh-impact modernization initiativesLong-term growth opportunity within the utility sectorStrong compensation and bonus structureOpportunity to shape the future of utility operations and infrastructure modernizationTo ApplyPlease send resumes to or contact SuperbTech Recruiting directly at .