Regional T&D Operations Leader

NiSource Inc.; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 133,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

NiSource Inc. seeks a senior leader to oversee Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Operations and Maintenance, directing a geographically distributed leadership team to ensure safe, reliable operation of electric assets within service territories.

The role emphasizes emergency/storm response coordination, regulatory compliance, and alignment with Power Delivery strategies. It requires extensive leadership, budgeting, and regulatory experience to maintain reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in electric utility or similar technical field.
• Minimum 5 years in transmission and distribution operations/maintenance.
• Experience leading teams, managing budgets, meeting regulatory requirements, and driving safety performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead geographically dispersed T&D operations teams to safely execute transmission, distribution, maintenance, and construction activities.
• Champion safety and human performance culture, driving improvements in safety metrics and field execution.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, company procedures, and accepted utility practices.
• Coach and develop leadership and hourly employees; recognize performance and address gaps.

Skills

Leadership experience

Budget management

Regulatory compliance

Emergency response coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

NiSource Inc. seeks a senior leader to oversee Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Operations and Maintenance, directing a geographically distributed leadership team to ensure safe, reliable operation of electric assets within service territories.

The role emphasizes emergency/storm response coordination, regulatory compliance, and alignment with Power Delivery strategies. It requires extensive leadership, budgeting, and regulatory experience to maintain reliability and performance.