Senior Director - System Operations

Avangrid; City of Binghamton (NY); Sur place; USD 164 000 - 205 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive benefits

Bonuses

401(k) match

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Résumé du poste

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP seeks a Senior Director of System Operations to lead substation and meter operations, and program execution. You will drive safety, reliability, and cost-effective resource allocation while guiding staff development and daily field operations.

Reporting to Avangrid, you will coordinate with state and municipal agencies, manage budgets, and oversee major projects to ensure CAPEX is aligned with local needs and corporate goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field with significant experience.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience; supervisory/management experience required.
• Change management and organizational management knowledge; budgeting exposure.
• Strong knowledge of electric maintenance delivery practices and policies.

Responsabilités

• Develops and implements annual business plan for O&M and capital budgets.
• Oversees work processes, drives process improvements, and fosters innovation.
• Ensure safe and efficient Emergency preparedness and restoration efforts.
• Manage department budgets, track expenditures, and report performance.
• Set employee goals aligned with department and corporate objectives.
• Represent the company on teams/committees and coordinate with agencies.

Connaissances

Problem solving

Technology leverage

Project management

Business acumen

Strategy design

Advanced communication

Advanced negotiation

Mentoring

People development

Multi-tasking

Performance management

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Description du poste

Senior Director - System Operations# Iberdrola Group | Careers## Senior Director - System OperationsApply: United States Of America, New York, Binghamton: Posted Today: R-34333**The base salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from: $164,000 - $205,000****What We Offer:** * **Competitive benefits and growth opportunities.*** **Generous performance‐based bonuses.*** **12% 401(k) match.*** **Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.*** **Tuition reimbursement.*** **Professional development and clear career‐advancement pathways.** **For more information, please visit:** **Benefits - Avangrid** **JOB SUMMARY:** Responsible for (1) Operation of substations, (2) operation of meters and (3) execution of Programs. Local accountability over SAIFI for substations and lines (operating company level). It is part of this role to guarantee execution of programs according to local needs and approved CAPEX. The position provides leadership and direction to achieve goals and implement change. Responsibilities within the four areas mentioned above include safety, reliability, customer satisfaction, cost-effective resource allocation, staff selection and development, process improvement and oversight, major project management, and daily field operations activities. Coordinates and participates in problem resolution and emergency response with other functions and subject matter experts. Ensures administrative matters such as payroll, budgets, performance reviews, safety, scheduling, and work management reports are completed in a timely and accurate manner. Responsible for the safe and efficient Operating Company emergency preparedness and restoration efforts.**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Develops and implements annual business plan for all areas mentioned above, including O&M and Capital budgets. Monitors ongoing progress and reallocates resources as necessary to ensure goal achievement (Safety, Reliability, and Customer Service).* Oversees and evaluates work processes. Identifies and implements process improvements. Creates a climate of innovation in which ideas for process improvement are continually encouraged from within the organization.* Responsible for the safe and efficient Operating Company emergency preparedness and restoration efforts.* Oversees departments’ initiatives, the preparation of budgets, and the tracking, cost control, and reporting of actual O&M and capital expenditures.* Responsible for employee goals and objectives while ensuring alignment with department and corporate goals.* Reviews reports that document performance in meeting department, corporate, or Regulatory goals and requirements.* Represents the company on various teams or committees regarding state, regional, or national issues. Acts as liaison for the Company with customers and with state and municipal agencies to coordinate efforts.**JOB REQUIREMENTS:** Education & Experience Required: * Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or related field experience, with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience.* Master’s Degree preferred.* Electrical operations experience is required (substation engineering experience is preferred).* Prior supervisory/management experience.* Change management.* Organizational management.* Scheduling and planning.* Thorough knowledge of company, federal, and state policies and procedures.* Familiarity with budget preparation.* Knowledge of electric maintenance delivery practices. Skills/Abilities: * Able to solve complex problems* Leverage technology to improve business processes* Project management skills* Business acumen* Strategy design and implementation* Advanced communication skills* Advanced negotiation skills* Mentoring ability* People development skills* Able to multi-task* Performance management #LI-On-Site #LI-JM1**Company:**NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP**Mobility Information**Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at [e-mail] employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.**Job Posting End Date:****About Avangrid:** Avangrid, Inc. is a leading energy company in the United States working to meet the growing demand for energy for homes and businesses across the nation through service, innovation, and continued investments by expanding grid infrastructure and energy generation projects. Avangrid has offices in Connecticut, New York, Massachusetts, Maine and Oregon, including operations in 23 states with approximately $47 billion in assets, and has two primary lines of business: networks and power. Through its networks business, Avangrid owns and operates eight electric and natural gas utilities, serving more than 3.3 million customers in New York and New England. Through its power generation business, Avangrid owns and operates more than 75 energy generation facilities across the United States producing 10.5 GW of power for over 3.1 million customers. Avangrid employs approximately 8,000 people and has been recognized by JUST Capital as one of the JUST 100 companies – a ranking of America’s best corporate citizens – in 2025 for the fifth consecutive year. The company was named among the World’s Most Ethical Companies in 2025 for the seventh consecutive year by the Ethisphere Institute. Avangrid is a member of the group of companies controlled by Iberdrola, S.A. For more information, visit www.avangrid.com.