Director of Electrical Engineering & Operations

We’re looking for a talented and driven Director of Engineering & Operations to join our Senior Leadership Team. At our Cooperative, you're not just an employee — you're part of a mission-driven team that puts people first. We serve rural communities with dependable electricity and a commitment to local values. Your work directly supports families, farms, and small businesses that rely on us every day. What You’ll Do Lead engineering strategy and implement appropriate methods/techniques aligned with long‑range plans. Develop and execute Engineering & Operations long‑range plans and annual construction work plans. Provide day‑to‑day engineering guidance on technical issues. Direct and coordinate operating personnel and outside contractors; promote and enforce safe work practices. Ensure 24/7 coverage for outages and emergency response; assist in emergency/outage situations as needed. Oversee right‑of‑way and transportation functions. Develop, recommend, and monitor Operations/Engineering policies and procedures. Prepare, recommend, and manage the annual department budget and work plan. Lead people operations for the department: staffing approvals, hiring support, training/mentoring, performance reviews, and discipline when necessary. Serve on the senior leadership team and provide input on cooperative/business decisions. Who You’ll Work With You’ll report to the Assistant General Manager/COO and lead the Engineering & Operations department. You’ll also work closely with builders, vendors, and Cooperative members to ensure safe, efficient, and responsive service. What You Bring Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum 5 years of experience in electric utility engineering. 10+ years of related industry experience preferred. Experience with supervision/leadership responsibilities preferred. Working knowledge of electric utility engineering and operations (transmission, distribution, and service) aligned to the role’s essential functions. Excellent verbal/written communication, organization, analytical, management, and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and a high degree of professionalism. Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license. What We Offer A meaningful role in a member‑focused organization. Opportunities to lead impactful projects in rural infrastructure. A collaborative, supportive work environment. The chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of our members. Competitive benefits package, including pension and 401(k). Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid holidays and paid time off. Long‑term disability (LTD) coverage. #J-18808-Ljbffr