Director Electrical Engineering

Closes:

September 7, 2025

Job Description

Responsible for the construction and maintenance of Avista’s electric Transmission & Distribution infrastructure and supports the operation of the electric system, gas system and generation system with other leaders. Leads and provides strategic direction for the Electrical Engineering business unit. Works closely with other departments to ensure electric infrastructure availability. Oversees departmental personnel issues, including selection, career development, performance management, succession planning, and inclusion and belonging efforts in department. Serves in cross-departmental senior leadership roles, including participation in company-wide steering committees and councils, strategic initiatives, capital and expense planning, and labor negotiations. Leads with the customer in mind, ensuring employees work in accordance with the “4 Keys”- Care, Trust, Ease, and Ownership. Contributes to industry advancement through involvement with external organizations such as EEI, IEEE, ASCE, CEATI, WEI, etc.

- Ensures the timely delivery and quality of electric infrastructure projects.

- Develops and executes business strategy to align with company strategic goals. Develops and monitors business unit metrics. Develops action plans as needed to keep projects on course.

- Manages personnel including hiring, performance management, coaching, employee engagement, continuous education, training, and development.

- Oversees the regulatory compliance for the company’s distribution, protection, transmission, and substation facilities.

- Establishes and maintains close working relationships with other functional directors and leadership to maintain alignment of the strategic direction of the overall company.

- Partner with organizational stakeholders to establish multi-year project plans and priorities.

- Responsible for developing and managing the O&M and capital budgets for the Electrical Engineering business unit.

- Participates in broadcast and print interviews relating to the company’s electric and gas infrastructure.

- Creates and implements systems and processes that monitor work to ensure that continuous quality service is delivered to all internal and external customers.

- Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes inclusion and belonging in the workplace; and contributes to an environment of mutual respect.

- Perform other duties as assigned. Job duties are subject to change as directed by management.

Requirements

- Professional Engineering license.

- Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in a relevant engineering field, Master's degree in a related field preferred.

- 8+ years of experience in a key leadership role or high-level individual contributor role with broad utility and labor management background. - Five (5)+ years of demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others to achieve objectives required.

- Experience in the management of capital budgets and business cases.

- Demonstrated initiative and ability to drive business results in previous roles required.

- Ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships. Skilled in supervisory, leadership, coaching, and development of teams in a changing environment.

- Demonstrated ability to plan for, influence, implement, lead and manage change across key stakeholder groups.

- Demonstrated strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Possess the ability to be proactive and strategic.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills.

- Experience in working with a union workforce preferred.

Other Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be Considered.

Hiring Range: $161,720 to $215,895

Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane, Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the leader. To Apply

We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.

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Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

- Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage

- Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match

- Incentive and bonus programs rewarding performance and contributions

- Generous paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation

- Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind

- Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health

- Education and development support including tuition assistance

- Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact

- Many other elective benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $161,720 to $270,070. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to humanresources@avistacorp.com

. Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.