Outage Planner/Sequencer

Outage Planner / Sequencer

Location: Morristown, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution oversight. Guided by integrity, trust, excellence, and accountability, our team helps deliver complex capital programs and build the resilient energy infrastructure that communities depend on.

Position Overview

CARIAN is seeking an Outage Planner / Sequencer to support project and field teams on transmission and distribution capital programs. This role works within the Project Controls organization to plan electric system outages, develop sequencing plans, prepare outage requests, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with construction schedules. The position also assists with schedule development for upcoming work to confirm outage feasibility prior to execution.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to all aspects of safety.

• Use utility systems and tools including:

  • Energy Delivery Outage Application (EDOA)

  • Energy Management System (EMS)

  • GIS applications

  • OPPM and Cascade

• Develop construction and outage sequencing plans using information from engineering, field personnel, and system operations.

• Lead project teams through the coordination of outage sequences, switching requirements, and work windows.

• Schedule switching to enable work on substations, transmission lines, distribution lines, and associated facilities.

• Analyze outage requests, identify contingencies, and ensure compliance with PJM outage coordination requirements.

• Coordinate switching schedules with field crews, control centers, and project management to meet project deadlines.

• Validate switching procedures and ensure documentation meets Manual of Operations and utility standards.

• Prepare clear reports that communicate switching requirements, outage impacts, and sequence dependencies.

• Recommend operational improvements and support continuous enhancement of switching and outage planning processes.

• Maintain awareness of ongoing system conditions and bring a questioning attitude to all work activities.

• Promote and uphold safety expectations consistent with utility and CARIAN standards.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree from an accredited engineering or technical school; in lieu of degree, 2–4 years of relevant experience will be considered.

• 0–2+ years of related experience in project coordination, outage planning, system operations, scheduling, or line/substation construction support.

• Strong problem-solving abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated interpersonal capability.

• Proficiency with relevant software tools (EDOA, EMS, GIS, MS Office).

• Ability to work effectively in a high-volume, time-sensitive operations environment.

• Valid driver’s license.

Why CARIAN

Purpose-driven work – Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities.

Industry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results.

Career growth – Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams.

Collaborative culture – Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships.

Competitive total rewards – Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a women-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $80,000 – $110,000 annually. This range represents a good-faith estimate at the time of posting; actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.

Employment is contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining valid authorization to work in the United States. The Company does not sponsor, and will not sponsor, employment-based visas or provide immigration support for this position.