Lead-level, hands-on SAP IS-U consultant

We are seeking an experienced Lead-level, hands-on SAP IS-U consultant with deep expertise in Device Management (DM) andAdvanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) to support a major utility client in Columbus, Ohio. This role requires someone who can operate at both a leadership/advisory level - engaging stakeholders, guiding a team, and owning solution design - while also being willing and able to personally execute configuration, troubleshooting, and implementation tasks. This is not a purely oversight role; strong hands-on SAP IS-U technical/functional skills are mandatory., 1. Lead the design, configuration, and implementation of SAP IS-U Device Management processes, including device installation, removal, replacement, inspection, and certification workflows.

1. Own end-to-end AMI integration with SAP IS-U, including meter data acquisition, head-end system (HES) interfaces, meter reading orders, and validation/estimation/editing (VEE) processes.
2. Serve as the primary functional/technical lead for Device Management and AMI workstreams, translating business requirements into scalable SAP solutions.
3. Provide hands-on configuration, unit testing, and defect resolution - not limited to design documentation.
4. Collaborate closely with client business stakeholders, IT teams, and third-party AMI/HES vendors to ensure smooth data flow and process integration.
5. Guide and mentor junior/mid-level consultants on the project team; review their configuration and deliverables.
6. Support integration touchpoints with Meter Data Management (MDM), Billing, and Customer Service modules within IS-U.
7. Troubleshoot production issues related to device lifecycle events, meter reads, and AMI data exceptions.
8. Participate in workshops, requirement gathering sessions, and status reviews during onsite weeks in Columbus.
9. Document solution designs, configuration specs, and support runbooks.

1. 15+ years of overall SAP experience, with a minimum of 6 years focused specifically on SAP IS-U Device Management and AMI.

2. Strong, demonstrable hands-on configuration experience in:

3. SAP IS-U Device Management (installation/removal, device categories, register groups, logical devices)
4. AMI integration (HES interfaces, IDEX/MDUS, meter reading results processing)

5. Meter reading orders, schedules, and reading result validation

6. Prior experience working with a utility company (electric, gas, or water) is strongly preferred.
7. Solid understanding of upstream/downstream integration with Billing, Invoicing, and Customer Service & Sales (CS) in IS-U.
8. Experience with VEE (Validation, Estimation & Editing)processes for meter data is a plus.
9. Familiarity with third-party AMI/HES platforms (e.g., Itron, Landis+Gyr, Sensus) is a strong plus.
10. Prior experience in a lead role - able to independently drive workstreams, interface with client leadership, and manage delivery timelines.
11. Excellent communication skills; comfortable presenting to both technical and business stakeholders.
12. Experience in a utility client environment in the U.S. is preferred; familiarity with utility regulatory/business context is a plus.