Manager of Energy & Renewable Solutions

delawarecoop; Delaware; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with 12% employer contribution

Life Insurance

PTO accrual

Job summary

Delaware Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking an experienced professional to fill the full-time role of Manager of Energy & Renewable Solutions.

The position leads energy efficiency, distributed energy resources, and renewable energy initiatives, translating regulatory requirements and member needs into practical programs that improve reliability and sustainability. The Manager will develop, implement, and manage programs and solutions that help members optimize energy use, reduce costs, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Business, Science, Engineering, Energy Management, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum five years of experience with an electric utility, energy services organization, renewable energy provider, engineering group, or program management function.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency, renewable energy, distributed energy resources, grants/incentives, and regulatory requirements; ability to interpret contracts, tariffs, and guidance for cooperative programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead energy and renewable solution strategy, translating emerging technologies, regulatory requirements, member needs and Cooperative priorities into practical programs and services.
• Develop, implement, and manage programs that help members optimize energy use, reduce costs, and adopt new energy technologies.
• Serve as subject matter expert and strategic leader for energy efficiency, conservation, demand-side management, and renewable energy initiatives.

Skills

Energy efficiency

Renewable energy

Distributed energy resources

Program management

Regulatory guidance

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business, Science, Engineering, Energy Management, Environmental Science or related)

Job description

MANAGER OF ENERGY & RENEWABLE SOLUTIONS

Delaware Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DEC) is a progressive, member-owned electric distribution cooperative seeking an experienced candidate to fill the full-time position Manager of Energy & Renewable Solutions.

We offer competitive pay and exceptional benefits, including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) plan with a 12% employer contribution plus an additional match on employee contributions.
• Life Insurance
• PTO accrual

ABOUT DELAWARE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE

Formed in 1936 by a group of farmers in southern Delaware, our not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative serves more than 120,000 homes, farms, and businesses. We provide power from a variety of sources, including coal, nuclear, natural gas, landfill gas, wind, and solar. Our goal is to always do what is right for our members. We are committed to providing safe, reliable, and competitively priced energy services and empowering our members to improve their quality of life.

We are proud to have been named one of Delaware's top workplaces! Our incredible and hardworking team is dedicated to serving our community with their various expertise. We value our employees and offer competitive pay and exceptional benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A MANAGER OF ENERGY & RENEWABLE SOLUTIONS

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year institution with an emphasis in Business, Science, Engineering, Energy Management, Environmental Science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and directly related experience.

Experience: Minimum of five years of experience with an electric utility, energy services organization, renewable energy provider, engineering group, program management function, or similar business. Experience with energy efficiency, renewable energy, distributed energy resources, grants, incentives, or member-facing technical solutions is preferred.

Knowledge: Requires a thorough working knowledge of electric utility operations, energy efficiency, demand‑side management, renewable energy systems, distributed energy resources, and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Must possess the ability to interpret technical information, program requirements, contracts, tariffs, and regulatory guidance and apply that information to Cooperative programs and member solutions.

The Manager of Energy & Renewable Solutions serves as Delaware Electric Cooperative's subject matter expert and strategic leader for energy efficiency, conservation, demand-side management, beneficial electrification, distributed energy resources, and renewable energy initiatives. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing programs and solutions that help members optimize energy use, reduce costs, improve sustainability, and adopt emerging energy technologies.

This position will lead the Cooperative's energy and renewable solution strategy by translating emerging technologies, regulatory requirements, member needs, and Cooperative priorities into practical programs, projects, and services that improve member value, system reliability, and long‑term sustainability.

Greenwood, Delaware 19950

Applicants will be required to successfully pass a background and drug screening upon offer.