Cognizant · 2 weeks ago
Consulting Principal Role w/ Energy & Utilities - Global Consulting Practice
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. As a Consulting Principal – Energy & Utilities (SME), you will shape large-scale business and digital transformations across utilities, partnering closely with client executives to deliver measurable outcomes.
ConsultingIndustrial AutomationInformation TechnologySoftwareSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead strategic engagements across AMI, SCADA, DERMS, ERP/EAM and adjacent modernization programs—owning program roadmaps, value realization, and executive stakeholder alignment
Drive business development: develop and expand a book of business, lead pursuits, shape proposals, and ensure profitable growth across key accounts
Advise senior executives on regulatory change, decarbonization strategies, grid modernization, customer experience, and digital operating models
Publish thought leadership and represent Cognizant in industry forums; contribute to new consulting offerings and IP
Mentor and build teams: grow consulting talent, support recruitment, and strengthen our community of practice
Qualification
Required
18–20+ years in consulting, with 10+ years focused on utilities
Proven success leading $30M–$90M transformation programs and multi-disciplinary teams
Deep knowledge of utility operations and regulatory frameworks
Hands-on experience with digital platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, IFS)
Executive communication skills
Stakeholder management skills
Commercial acumen
Rigorous delivery discipline
Willingness to travel extensively as client needs require
Bachelor's degree required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
MBA or master's strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays plus PTO
401(k) with company contributions
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company
Cognizant
Cognizant is a professional services company that helps clients alter their business, operating, and technology models for the digital era.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.24MKey Investors
Summit Financial Wealth Advisors
2025-03-08Post Ipo Equity
2016-11-18Post Ipo Equity· $0.24M
1998-06-19IPO
Recent News
2026-01-15
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