Director of Electric Utility Operations

AtWork Group; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Pension/retirement options

Leadership role in community utility

Job summary

AtWork Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Department Director to lead the Electric Department for the Greenwood community. The role focuses on strategic planning, reliability, and capital projects to ensure safe, cost-effective electric service.

The ideal candidate has PE license, 5–7 years utility leadership experience, and strong communication as well as SCADA familiarity. Join a municipal-utility environment committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in utility environments.
• PE license in SC or SC preferred.
• Strong knowledge of electric power systems and utility operations.
• Proven leadership of technical and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, technical, and administrative leadership for the Electric Department.
• Plan, design, operate, maintain, and improve the electric distribution system.
• Oversee performance and reliability of the electric system and identify improvements.
• Lead capital projects, system planning, and long-term infrastructure upgrades.
• Manage staffing, performance, development, and succession planning.
• Ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate with other departments on cross-functional projects and priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

SCADA familiarity

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

AtWork Group is seeking an experienced Electrical Department Director to lead the Electric Department for the Greenwood community. The role focuses on strategic planning, reliability, and capital projects to ensure safe, cost-effective electric service.

The ideal candidate has PE license, 5–7 years utility leadership experience, and strong communication as well as SCADA familiarity. Join a municipal-utility environment committed to excellence.