Idaho National Laboratory · 5 hours ago
Department Manager - Power & Critical Infrastructure Engineering
Idaho Falls, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$108K/yr - $275K/yr
10+ years expIdaho National Laboratory is dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research and national defense. They are seeking a Department Manager to lead the Power and Critical Infrastructure Engineering Department, focusing on securing the nation’s critical infrastructure and developing innovative research programs.
BiofuelEnergyHomeland SecurityInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Overall performance of the Power and Critical Infrastructure Engineering Department to include vision and strategy development of capabilities which secure the Nation’s Critical Infrastructure, with a special emphasis in Power Systems Engineering and Critical Infrastructure Analysis. Directly accountable for human capital management, innovative research programs, facilities usage and development, and building internal and external partnerships
Provide strategic direction and overall leadership for cross-functional teams. Define and balance external program priorities with internal management priorities. Responsible for developing and executing strategy which builds capabilities enabling growth in business areas
Set strategy and allocate resources within approved budgets for assigned business development efforts and strategic initiatives. Develop and maintain cost and schedule contingencies that are commensurate with acceptable risk level for projects. Establish a workplace climate that is aligned with INL mission, vision and values
Provide leadership and management direction to employees in the department. Engage strategically with internal and external organizations to establish INL as the lead lab in development of new research and development capabilities and products. Ensure appropriate process controls are formally defined for execution of project work
Provide leadership, guidance, oversight and direction for direct reports and staff. Ensure department is adequately staffed with trained personnel to support needs of programs across National and Homeland Security Directorate. Provide opportunities for career development and mentoring. Support individual goal setting and accomplishment; monthly interaction with staff members to track progress. Promote open and informal communication to develop mutual trust and teamwork. Anticipate change and adjust promptly and effectively to meet the needs of the organization, customers/clients and the laboratory
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, industrial, systems engineering or closely related field plus 5 years' experience
Must be an established leader with at least 10 years leadership/management with direct experience developing a team in applied Research & Development programs
Have managed a team of at least 20 senior engineering positions
Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, developing strategy and vision and effectively engaging with external customer organizations
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy 'Q' clearance, which requires US Citizenship
Preferred
Desired experience includes leadership of teams in the energy industry. Including energy production, power management & distribution, critical infrastructure deployment & maintenance, applied engineering research in those industries
Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, civil, industrial, systems engineering or closely related field plus 15 years' experience, or Advanced Degree plus 10 years' experience
An advanced degree is desired
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
Paid time off (personal leave)
Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
Comprehensive Relocation Package
Company
Idaho National Laboratory
Idaho National Laboratory USDOE is a research laboratory focused on the development, demonstration, and deployment of nuclear energy.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.5MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2024-07-02Grant· $7.5M
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
David Teter
Deputy Laboratory Director of Management & Operations / Chief Operations Officer
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