Principal Manager, Systems Innovation

Principal Manager, Systems Innovation Location:

Pomona, CA (Hybrid)

Compensation:

$230,000 - $250,000 Base Salary + 20% Bonus

Employment Type:

Full-Time SuperbTech 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. Responsibilities Lead enterprise modernization and grid innovation initiatives across utility operations and infrastructure programs Drive technology roadmaps, transformation strategy, and large-scale modernization efforts Partner with Engineering, Operations, IT, Cybersecurity, Regulatory, and Executive Leadership teams Oversee major capital programs, infrastructure investments, and modernization portfolios Support utility communications systems, AMI/network modernization, operational technologies, and enterprise integrations Develop executive presentations, business cases, investment strategies, and operational roadmaps Lead cross-functional teams, senior managers, vendors, consultants, and strategic partners Drive operational excellence, governance, risk mitigation, and large-scale delivery execution Qualifications 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within utilities, infrastructure modernization, or enterprise transformation environments Strong utility and grid modernization experience is required Experience supporting transmission/distribution, AMI, utility communications systems, network modernization, or operational technology environments Proven success leading large-scale capital projects, PMO transformation, or enterprise modernization initiatives Experience working across Engineering, Operations, IT, Cybersecurity, and Regulatory teams Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills Experience with utility regulatory environments, infrastructure governance, and operational modernization strongly preferred Backgrounds from electric utilities, gas utilities, energy infrastructure, grid modernization, AMI, telecom/network modernization, or utility operations technology highly preferred Preferred Experience Utility modernization and infrastructure transformation AMI / Smart Metering Programs Transmission & Distribution modernization Utility communications systems Cloud and enterprise systems modernization PMO governance and capital portfolio management Regulatory environments (CPUC, NERC/CIP, FERC, CAISO, etc.) Enterprise operational technology modernization Why This Role Executive visibility and strategic influence High-impact modernization initiatives Long-term growth opportunity within the utility sector Strong compensation and bonus structure Opportunity to shape the future of utility operations and infrastructure modernization To Apply Please send resumes to or contact SuperbTech Recruiting directly at .