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Summary
Oversees long and short-range system planning design, distribution, inspection, transmission, substations and other facilities. 

Principle Duties

  • Provide effective leadership to the Engineering Department and ensure financial accountability through efficient use of resources to meet the system's needs
  • Develop and oversee the future strategic planning for the Cooperative infrastructure along with the Engineering department's long-term planning
  • Adhere to budget guidelines and variance requirements for the Engineering department and overall system project management
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, codes and standards governing electric utilities
  • Oversee asset management efforts for the entire electric system for optimal performance
  • Oversee risk management for the electric system reliability
  • Work in partnership with other teams to ensure the fluid functionality of the entire organization
  • Identify and implement emerging electric utility processes and technologies for system improvement and member benefit
  • Oversee the crisis response planning for the Cooperative and engage with all stakeholders to ensure compliance
  • Develop and manage all third-party contracts and ensure compliance with regulations
  • Responsible for oversight of the Technology team and managing best practices across the organization through cross-functional teams

Qualifications and skills required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, management or other related disciplines.
  • 10+ years of electric utility experience.


About Us: Piedmont Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative with more than 33,000 electric accounts in Alamance, Caswell, Durham, Granville, Orange, and Person counties. We at Piedmont Electric are dedicated to serving our members and improving the quality of life in our communities through local employment, economic development, business engagement, youth education, grants to educators, advocacy for energy issues, community involvement, broadband connectivity, and emergency preparedness.


**Piedmont Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. **