S&C Electric Company · 18 hours ago
Director-Power Automation Technologies
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$206K/yr - $273K/yr
15+ years expS&C Electric Company is a trusted leader in the electrical industry, dedicated to transforming the grid for reliable power worldwide. The Director of Power Automation Technologies will lead the technology organization responsible for research in electronics, communication, software, and power systems, driving innovation and collaboration within the company.
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Hiring Manager
Kevin DeWitt (CDR)
Responsibilities
Define and execute the vision and roadmap for next-next generation Power Automation Technologies aligned with S&C's strategy
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and evaluate their potential application for S&C
Lead the technology teams and collaborate with other engineering teams to conceptualize, design, and proof future automation solutions S&C can offer in the market
Scale the PAT team in alignment with company growth and business needs
Anticipate and mitigate risks associated with automation deployment and supporting operational technology risk assessments
Maintain relationships with leaders across the organization to ensure seamless coordination, planning and alignment of shared priorities and work
Champion efforts to maintain zero lost time injury standard through effective communication and training of team members
Establish, monitor and hold team members accountable to clear responsibilities and accountabilities, providing ongoing performance feedback, both positive and developmental and addressing performance gaps promptly
Foster a culture that supports the growth and development of team members by using appropriate coaching and mentoring techniques, training and participation in development opportunities aligned to their role and development plan
Build a sense of ownership and shared responsibility within the team, encourage employee feedback and involvement in team decisions and address/mediate conflicts to restore harmony
Empower and motivate team members by fostering an inclusive and healthy work environment and positive team morale, recognizing and rewarding achievements and celebrating successes
Manage administrative processes including but not limited to team/project budgets, recruitment, induction, leave management, performance reviews, performance improvement plans, succession planning
Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
15+ years of experience in the electrical power systems industry
Proven progressive experience in technology and automation project management and execution
Excellent leadership skills with a track record of successfully developing team members, along with an ability to lead, guide, motivate, and delegate to deliver results, build teams and capabilities, embrace change, drive decisions and results, embrace culture and inclusion, and exhibit a high level of integrity and ethical standards
Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills, coordinating internal and external resources, creative problem-solving when obstacles arise, and juggling a heavy volume of diverse projects
Exceptional interpersonal skills to establish meaningful relationships built on mutual trust and respect, navigate and resolve conflict, moderate behaviors, and foster collaborative working relationships amongst a diverse audience
Excellent business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed decisions, problem-solve complex issues, and leverage data and learning to drive continuous improvement
Sound financial acumen and numerical ability to manage budgetary resources to maximum effectiveness
Skilled at navigating through ambiguity and leading teams and organizations through change
Proven success partnering across teams, creating effective partnerships at all levels, and collaborating at an operational level
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), project management tools, process mapping programs, data visualization tools, and more
Benefits
Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).
Company
S&C Electric Company
S&C Electric Company is a leading provider of switching, protection, and control solutions for electric power systems.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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President and CEO
Aurelie Richard
Chief Financial and Strategy Officer
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