Director, Engineering

We're hiring a Director of Engineering to join the team at Connexus Energy. This role will lead the Engineering Department and be responsible for the accuracy, productivity, effectiveness, and quality of distribution substation engineering, construction, and maintenance; and electric system planning and engineering. This role will support the Strategic Plan of Connexus Energy by developing the critical path, and managing and implementing enterprise-wide systems, procedures, and projects.

Location:

Work for this position can be performed both on-site at our campus located at 14601 Ramsey Blvd, Ramsey, MN 55303, and from your local home office as duties require. While this position is designated as a hybrid role, based on current policy, hires must reside in or relocate within commuting distance to our office in Ramsey, MN.

Compensation

Anticipated hiring pay is between $162,600-$213,360 annually. The final compensation offered is based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience and skill level. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 14% based on company performance.

In this position you will:

Need to have:

Nice to have:

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Master’s degree

Pre-Employment Requirement: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota’s largest electric cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 147,000+ residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we have served for more than 80 years by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of powering our members and communities toward a smarter energy future with a passionate focus on affordability, innovation, safety, and grid reliability. Fast Company named Connexus to its prestigious list of 2024’s Most Innovative Companies.

Connexus Energy’s benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, health savings account with an employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with generous company matching and non-matching contributions and independent investment advisory services, accrued PTO, holiday pay, wellness days, tuition reimbursement, recognition program, employee referral program, charitable giving and employee activities. Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability is also provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.