Facilities Electrical Area Manager

Facilities Electrical Area Manager - Perm - Durham, NC - $146,000-$150,000
The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship not available.
Our client is seeking a Facilities Electrical Area Manager in Durham, NC
Role Description

We are seeking a Facilities Electrical Area Manager to lead the engineering and maintenance teams for all electrical utilities across our Durham campuses. You will lead by promoting a safety and quality mindset to your teams through continuous improvement of processes, policies, and procedures. You will provide daily assistance to your team and develop creative approaches to improve reliability while reducing operational costs and energy consumption. Manages and directs the daily activities of facilities electrical team members, leading leaders, engineers, and technicians.

Recruits, selects, manages, coaches, and motivates staff; provides guidance and direction on problems and issues; delegates work assignments. Works with project teams to start up and commission facilities systems and equipment. Ensures compliance with local, state, and national codes and compliance requirements. Supports commercial negotiations and establishment of terms related to services, projects, and power purchase agreements. Guides the team to hit key metrics by continuously improving uptime and reliability performance.

Collaborates with other leaders and facilities teams in the development of overall objectives and long-term company goals. Provides input into the facility annual operating plan and manages expenses under budget. Skills & Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
8+ years of electrical engineering experience in a semiconductor or critical facilities environment with a history of progressive roles in technical and people leadership.

Expert-level knowledge of electrical theory with experience in design, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical systems in a large manufacturing plant (480V-12.47kV), including transformers, switchgear, motor control, protective relaying, motors, motor starters, fuses, overload protection, AC drives, grounding, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), emergency standby generators, and power monitoring systems. Knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA, and other standards governing electrical safety. Experience working in a multi-location, global enterprise preferred.

Experience collaborating and establishing meaningful relationships with local electrical utilities. Benefits/Other Compensation
Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401K. Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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