VP, Engineering

Job Description

Job Title: Vice President, Electrical Engineering

Location: Anchorage, Alaska

Job Type: Full-Time, on-site

Salary: $178,000.00 - $223,000.00, DOE

Amazing Benefits: Chugach offers best-in-class medical/dental/vision plan, with 100% premium and contributions to an HSA covering the maximum deductible. We also offer a pension and 401k; generous time off and 12 paid holidays.

About Us: As the leading power utility in Alaska, Chugach Electric Association is committed to providing reliable and sustainable energy solutions to our members. We are one of the few vertically integrated cooperative utilities in North America with a majority ownership stake in a natural gas field which currently provides much of our fuel needs. Chugach Electric Association is a leading innovator in the electric utility industry in Alaska, dedicated to delivering high quality services to our customers. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Vice President of Engineering to join our team and drive our engineering initiatives to new heights.

Job Summary: The Vice President of Engineering will lead and oversee the engineering department, ensuring the successful execution of distribution, transmission and substation projects, innovation in design, and adherence to industry standards. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong technical background and exceptional leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities:

- Leadership and Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of engineers, designers, CAD/GIS techs, ROW agents and managers. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement the strategy aligned with the company’s goals and objectives. Identify emerging technologies and trends to keep the company at the forefront of the industry.

- Project Oversight: Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

- Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering team. Review and approve designs, specifications, and technical documentation.

- Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including System Control and Field Operations, and Public Relations, to ensure seamless integration of engineered solutions.

- Budget Management: Develop and manage the engineering budget. Optimize resource allocation and cost efficiency.

- Compliance and Standards: Ensure all engineering activities comply with industry standards, regulations, codes, laws, and safety protocols. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant codes and standards.

Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience engineering in the electric utility industry, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

- Skills: Strong leadership and management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

- Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering principles, design, and analysis. Proficiency in relevant software and tools.

- Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Alaska or equivalent certification, required.

Why Join Us:

- Opportunity to lead a talented team and make a significant impact on the company’s success.

- Collaborative and innovative work environment.

- Competitive salary and benefits package.

- Career growth and development opportunities.

Company Description

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:

Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:

We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:

Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.

Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

Benefits

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

- Medical, RX, Dental & Vision

- Health Savings Account (HSA)

- Telemedicine

FINANCIAL SECURITY

- 401K Plan

- Defined Benefit (Pension)

- Retirement Investment services

- Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric

- Supplemental Life Insurance

- Short Term Disability

- Long Term Disability

- Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

WORK, LIFE & HEALTH

- 20 days vacation for first year of employment

- 9 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays

- Employee Assistance Program

- MetLife Will Preparation