What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Distribution Supervisor position at ENGIE?
What You Can Expect
As the Electrical Distribution Supervisor, you will lead the operations and maintenance team responsible for the University of Iowa’s campus electrical distribution systems.
This skilled team installs, maintains, and repairs the infrastructure that powers world-class medical care, groundbreaking research, Division I athletics, and classrooms shaping the next generation. Your role ensures reliable service for one of the Midwest’s leading university campuses in a stable, year-round operation.
You will oversee maintenance planning, assign daily tasks, and drive continuous improvement in safety, compliance, and documentation.
What You Will Do
- Lead and develop the team responsible for installing, operating, troubleshooting, calibration, repairs, and maintaining electric utility substations and distribution systems, including medium-voltage breakers, switchgear, transformers, cabling, and plant electrical equipment (motors, starters, and controls) up to 15KV
- Plan and coordinate work by determining job sequences, safety procedures, procuring materials, scheduling outages, and directing outage restoration during unplanned events
- Ensure reliable operations by managing Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities, of Electrical Distribution to achieve reliability and quality of service standards required, recommending staffing plans, and driving efficiency while controlling costs
- Champion safety and compliance, promoting a strong safety culture and implementing corporate policies and directives
- Optimize asset performance by collaborating with the Distribution management team to develop maintenance practices and capital projects that enhance the operability and reliability, with a focus on preventative and predictive maintenance using CMMS
- Support staff development through training, interpreting and assist with maintenance of technical documentation (wiring diagrams, schematics, system logs, drawings, and utility systems) and fostering continuous improvement
- Provide on-call coverage as part of a scheduled rotation for emergency response when required
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum High school diploma or GED; State of Iowa Class A or B Journeyman Electrician license. Licensure from other states will be considered for reciprocity
- Journey-level electrician with seven (7) years in the trade, including apprenticeship, and at least three (3) years working with high voltage (600V–15kV) in utility, power plant, or industrial environments
- Strong knowledge of electric utility systems, equipment, tools, troubleshooting methods, and electrical codes, including local, state, and national standards
- Deep understanding of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and compliance programs for environments such as confined spaces, aerial/elevated locations, extreme temperature conditions, excavations, and other environmentally caused conditions
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation; perform basic math; and maintain accurate records
- Skilled in analyzing system issues, recommending improvements, implementing changes, and training team members
- Effective oral and written communication skills for collaborating with staff, vendors, suppliers, students, staff, general public, and stakeholders, and ability to follow and convey instructions clearly
Additional Details
- This role requires attendance at a works site on a daily basis
- Must be available to travel domestically up to 10% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
- Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record; for the use of company vehicle to drive to site locations
- Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
- Ability to stand, walk, climb (ladders, stairs, ramps), kneel, push, pull, and lift at least 50 lbs; perform repetitive motions; and work in confined spaces and elevated areas
- Corrected eyesight to 20/40 for reading instruments and manuals; ability to hear alarms and detect equipment noise changes
- Must be able to wear PPE, including respirators, fall protection, hardhat, safety shoes, and safety glasses
- Ability to use computers and standard software, maintain accurate records, and follow oral and written instructions
- This position consists of 20% of outdoor work, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions
Compensation
Salary Range: $88,000 – $136,045 USD annually
This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.
ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.
In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan and emergency, or on-call pay.
Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.
At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.
Why ENGIE?
ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.
At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.
Join us and be part of the adventure!
In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university’s Utility System. As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus.
ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.
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The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.
Business Unit: LEI RoW
Division: LEI RoW - Northam
Legal Entity: ENGIE North America Inc.
Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 experience <15 years)
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED/A Levels
Company Name: ENGIE North America
Why this matters to us
Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.
Salary : $88,000 - $136,045