Director Electrical Engineering
Director Electrical Engineering
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$ 161720 - 270070
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Closes: September 7 2025
Job Description
Responsible for the construction and maintenance of Avistas electric Transmission & Distribution infrastructure and supports the operation of the electric system gas system and generation system with other leaders. Leads and provides strategic direction for the Electrical Engineering business unit. Works closely with other departments to ensure electric infrastructure availability. Oversees departmental personnel issues including selection career development performance management succession planning and inclusion and belonging efforts in department. Serves in cross-departmental senior leadership roles including participation in company-wide steering committees and councils strategic initiatives capital and expense planning and labor negotiations. Leads with the customer in mind ensuring employees work in accordance with the 4 Keys- Care Trust Ease and Ownership. Contributes to industry advancement through involvement with external organizations such as EEI IEEE ASCE CEATI WEI etc.
- Ensures the timely delivery and quality of electric infrastructure projects.
- Develops and executes business strategy to align with company strategic goals. Develops and monitors business unit metrics. Develops action plans as needed to keep projects on course.
- Manages personnel including hiring performance management coaching employee engagement continuous education training and development.
- Oversees the regulatory compliance for the companys distribution protection transmission and substation facilities.
- Establishes and maintains close working relationships with other functional directors and leadership to maintain alignment of the strategic direction of the overall company.
- Partner with organizational stakeholders to establish multi-year project plans and priorities.
- Responsible for developing and managing the O&M and capital budgets for the Electrical Engineering business unit.
- Participates in broadcast and print interviews relating to the companys electric and gas infrastructure.
- Creates and implements systems and processes that monitor work to ensure that continuous quality service is delivered to all internal and external customers.
- Fosters a positive and supportive work environment; promotes inclusion and belonging in the workplace; and contributes to an environment of mutual respect.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Job duties are subject to change as directed by management.
- Professional Engineering license.
- Bachelors Degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in a relevant engineering field Masters degree in a related field preferred.
- 8 years of experience in a key leadership role or high-level individual contributor role with broad utility and labor management background.
- Five (5) years of demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others to achieve objectives required.
- Experience in the management of capital budgets and business cases.
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to drive business results in previous roles required.
- Ability to establish rapport and build trusting relationships. Skilled in supervisory leadership coaching and development of teams in a changing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to plan for influence implement lead and manage change across key stakeholder groups.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Possess the ability to be proactive and strategic.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in working with a union workforce preferred.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Hiring Range: $161720 to $215895
Hybrid work options are available for this role. The successful candidate will be required to work at our Spokane Washington headquarters at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the leader.
To Apply
We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employees various knowledge skills and experience.
Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile. All documents must be attached to your application at the time of submitting your application for review. No documents can be attached after you click Submit.
At Avista our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. Thats why we prioritize the physical mental and financial well-being of our team members and their families.
We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:
- Affordable healthcare options including medical dental and vision coverage
- Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match
- Incentive and bonus programs rewarding performance and contributions
- Generous paid time off including holidays personal days and vacation
- Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind
- Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health
- Education and development support including tuition assistance
- Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact
- Many other elective benefits from Legal insurance Pet insurance and more
To learn more please visit our benefits website at are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse skilled and engaged workforce.
In compliance with state laws we provide the full salary range for each position along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications experience and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $161720 to $270070. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to .
Pre-employment screening requirements
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test background check and motor vehicle records review.
Avistas Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Avista is a safe inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race color religion national origin sex gender identity sexual orientation marital status age sensory mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification) Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application interview process and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at if you would like assistance.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
