What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mgr Distribution Automation position at PEPCO?
Who We Are
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?
Primary Purpose
Primary Duties
Job Scope
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Qualifications
Benefits
We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.
Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.
We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
Are you in?
Primary Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
Manages the personnel and activities of the Distribution Automation team including the analysis of Recloser performance, and communication equipment as well as implementing new technologies to the distribution system. Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve overall performance of Distribution Automation Systems. Assure the focus and attainment of company business goals and objectives. Develop and maintain an environment that promotes diversity and high productivity.
Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.
Primary Duties
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Manages the overall operation of the Distribution System Automation equipment to ensure the highest state of readiness is achieved to support the operating and reliability departments. (30%)
- Develop and implement strategic initiatives designed to improve Distribution System performance by improving system reliability (SAIFI, CAIDI). (20%)
- Manage the implementation of key reliability initiatives requiring automation. (10%)
- Establish, maintain and improve relationships with the various departments that directly utilize or support automation equipment to ensure the appropriate focus is maintained. (10%)
- Develop and maintain an environment that fosters a high-performance culture and a learning organization. Leads management team in promoting diversity. Serves as a change agent for business initiatives and assures the human element is understood and considered. Assure timely recognition of employee contributions. (10%)
- Provide leadership to and development of the management team. Provide accurate and timely feedback regarding performance and operations. Conduct performance planning and appraisals. Identify opportunities for growth and learning. (10%)
- Facilitates open and honest communication with staff. Assures that upward communication is integrated into the process, including employee concerns and complaints. (10%)
Job Scope
JOB SCOPE
- Manage and direct approximately 10 employees. Manage departmental budget, Projects, Programs and initiatives.
- Provide high level: strategic direction to department staff to ensure that corporate values and culture support the company's short and long-term business goals.
- Facilitate the development of system improvements that improve automation equipment performance thereby enhancing customer satisfaction for Exelon's customers by reducing SAIFI and CAIDI.
- Manage key system performance metrics to assess their value for the purpose of ensuring automation equipment is maintained at the highest state of readiness to support Distribution Operation ability to operate the system.
- Responsible for the analysis of system and equipment performance and the development of corrective actions or initiatives to improvement identified problems.
- Manage the logistics for internal and external projects to ensure all requirements for satisfactory equipment operation are established and maintained.
- Responsibility for the provision of timely and consistent data and reports for Exelon corporate officers/shareholders.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
- 7-10 years of industry experience
- Broad knowledge of company, department policies, objectives, strategies, and goals; function being managed; applicable governmental laws and regulations.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Distribution Automation Equipment and Communication systems.
- Good oral and written communication skills, ability to build consensus, establish trust, communicate effectively, drive execution and ability to multi-task.
- Demonstrated business acumen, customer awareness and ability to create value.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate degree or Graduate Level work in Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
- 3-5 years' experience as supervisor, manager or proven team leadership.
Knowledge of centralized and decentralized FLISR (Fault location, isolation, and service restoration) systems.
Benefits
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors:USD $123,200.00/Yr. - USD $184,800.00/Yr.
- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave (based on position)
- Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
- Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance and fitness reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- And much more
Salary : $123,200 - $184,800
