Solution Architect

Summary

Join Red Clay Consulting as an Oracle WAM, WACS Solution Architect! Lead and support the integration of Oracle Work and Asset Cloud Service (WACS) with other Oracle products. Design, implement, and optimize solutions for utility clients, enhancing field operations and asset management. Collaborate with clients, GIS, and IT departments to develop strategies aligning with business needs. Manage multiple areas of WAM/WACS, including asset register, maintenance, work management, and GIS integration. Conduct workshops and training sessions to ensure client alignment and user adoption. This role requires strong consulting experience and expertise in Oracle Utilities solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Work Asset Management, or a related field experience
• 6–10 years of experience in implementing Oracle Utilities WAM/WACS or other Work and Asset Management products
• At least two full-cycle WAM/WACS implementation or upgrade projects
• Strong consulting experience in Oracle Utilities solutions, with a focus on driving project success and customer satisfaction
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time within the US and Canada to visit client sites
• Ability to recommend solutions and own the delivery of the solution
• Proven ability to build, manage, and foster a team-oriented environment
• Ability to effectively coordinate and communicate with on-site and off-shore resources
• Ability to be flexible and re-prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to define, document, and review project requirements
• Ability to facilitate workshops
• Excellent leadership and management skills, providing guidance to both the client and the project team
• Strong sense of task ownership and self-motivation
• Solid interpersonal skills, good work ethic, self-starter
• Exceptional written and spoken communication skills
• Problem solver, ability to troubleshoot and break down complex issues into an actionable progression of tasks

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Oracle WAM/WACS implementation projects, including requirement gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, and go-live support
• Manage multiple areas of WAM/WACS, such as Asset Register, Asset Maintenance & Inspections, Work Management, Materials Management, and GIS Integration
• Collaborate closely with utility clients to understand business requirements and provide tailored solutions
• Conduct workshops, demonstrations, and training sessions to ensure client alignment and user adoption
• Design and recommend innovative business processes and automation opportunities to increase efficiency and reduce operational costs
• Integrate WAM/WACS with other Oracle Utilities products such as Oracle Field Service (OFS) and GIS applications
• Guide solution development using Oracle Utilities Application Framework (OUAF)
• Provide hands-on expertise in areas such as Asset Performance Management, Asset Investment Planning, and Materials Management
• Ensure alignment with utility industry standards and best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of XML, Groovy, and SaaS
• Oracle Utilities Cloud Implementation certification
• Other Oracle WAM and WACS Certifications
• Demonstrated experience as WAM/WACS solution architect
• Familiarity with Oracle Utilities Application Framework (OUAF)
• Knowledge of related Oracle products, including SOM, ODM, NMS, SGG, MWM, CCB, OUCSS, and OUBI, is a plus