Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

Overall Purpose:

The Director, Substations & Grid Protection & Control is a senior leadership position responsible for directing the departments responsible for the installation, commissioning and maintenance of substation electrical equipment, protection and control equipment and Distribution System Automation and Telecommunications.

Location: Hybrid, downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and surrounding area

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement vision and strategy that ensures the safe, reliable, and resilient operation of substation assets.

• Develop and foster a work environment that encourages employees to collaborate, continuously improve, hold each other accountable for performance and maintain an inclusive work environment where all individuals are respected.
• Direct the Substations, Grid Protection and Control, Distribution System Automation and Telecommunications teams in support of the Company's overall vision and mission.

• Develop a high performing team through talent selection, coaching and mentoring to further refine expertise and leadership skills.
• Create a positive safety culture that ensures the safety and wellbeing of the team.

• Plan and direct, in conjunction with the Director, Safety and Workforce Development, the yearly safety goals/objectives for the Substation Electrical Maintenance, P&C, Distribution System Automation and Telecom teams.
• Ensure prompt and thorough accident investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure the workforce is enabled with the necessary training and skills to be successful.
• Creating a culture of compliance that ensures adherence to all NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) regulatory requirements and codes, regulations, standards, and practices affecting company resources.
• Partner with Labor Relations and Union representatives to ensure contractual integrity is maintained with the bargaining unit workforce.
• Build and maintain strong professional and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Safety Science, Business Administration or related field is required.
• Fifteen (15+) or more years of experience in related or transferrable field with a minimum of 10 years prior management experience is required.
• Higher level education such as MBA, PhD, or certifications strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership experience across multiple disciplines and multiple management layers required.
• Experience leading in a bargaining unit environment strongly preferred, specifically skilled trade employees.

Skills:

• Ability to negotiate with, influence and collaborate with others internally and externally; including senior executives within the company and vendors/or regulators.
• Can apply industry expertise and commercial awareness to drive financial and operational performance within field operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to lead meetings and presentations.
• Analytical ability to review and resolve issues.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work collaboratively within unionized workforce

Must possess a positive attitude and strong values that fit with DLC's core values:

• Energized to shape the future;
• Bold in thinking and exploration of new possibilities;
• Collaborative in approaching all challenges;
• Responsible in commitment to safety, management of assets and finances and interaction with others;
• Selfless in serving the community, both on the job and through volunteerism.

Scope:

Directs and controls strategy and execution or the organization's activities within the business area managed. Key member of the leadership team, representing the organization in dealings with clients and external bodies. Seasoned leader with extensive business experience, broad and deep functional expertise, and significant product knowledge. Primary focus of role is on proactive strategic leadership rather than day-to-day operational execution, although the role includes significant operational responsibilities.

Decision Impact:

Problems faced require expertise, knowledge, and broad-based considerations of variables that impacts the corporation. Develops end-to-end solutions influencing high impact decisions made at a higher hierarchy level. Solutions developed typically have no precedent and require comprehensive analyses and consideration of original concepts and approaches. Drives implementation of transformational changes in the Company that have high impact on the achievement of the results. Improves the entire existing practices, leveraging on personal past experiences, and in-depth practice knowledge.

Hybrid Work:

Position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs. This is a normal office environment with occasional visits to field crew sites.

Storm Roles:

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary across the Company. Examples of storm roles could include but aren't limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service, or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc.

Data Governance:

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, apply for a position, or participate in the interview process, connect with us at HR@duqlight.com and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.