Charles Drake
Charles Drake is a systems-minded electrical engineer with over 10 years of hands-on experience in Energy Management Systems (EMS), specializing in utility-grade network applications and real-time operations. His career spans leading EMS replacements and upgrades for major electric utilities, including GE, Siemens, and OSI platforms. Charles combines deep technical expertise in SCADA, state estimation, contingency analysis, and operator training systems with strong collaboration skills and process improvement acumen. Whether optimizing load forecasts, developing integrations, or crafting SOPs and training documentation, he brings a balanced blend of analytical rigor and team-first mindset to every project. He thrives in dynamic environments where thoughtful engineering and cross-functional teamwork lead to measurable improvements in grid reliability and performance.