Department Manager - Power & Critical Infrastructure Engineering

Are you looking for an opportunity to change the world's energy future and secure our critical infrastructure? Idaho National Laboratory's Infrastructure Security Department is hiring a Department Manager to lead their team! This position will work on a 9x80 schedule with every other Friday off out of our Idaho Falls office locations.

Responsibilities Include:

• 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Ideal Candidate

• 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.

Job Information:

• The target pay range for this position is ($158,712 min - $237,174 max) annually. The pay range for this position is $107,844 min. - $274,980 max. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.

• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits and Relocation

• 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
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information

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