Manager, PAC Innovation and Development
Apply NowCompany: Salt River Project
Location: Mesa, AZ 85204
Description:
Requisition ID: 18595
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That's why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
Summary
The manager is responsible for management of the Technology Innovation (TI) Lab. This position also manages Protection, Automation & Control (PAC) training programs to ensure personnel are skilled in all phases of current and future industry technologies and provides a well-developed program that incorporates On-the-Job training (OJT) and related instruction. The manager responsibilities also include the management of PAC's research & development projects (lab & field pilots) on emerging protection, automation, and control operational technologies in support of corporate strategies.
What You'll Do
Manages the Technology Innovation (TI) Lab on behalf of PAC and stakeholders including:
What It Takes To Succeed
Experience
A minimum of seven years of related experience is required (if no degree, 11 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling 11 years).
Education
A bachelor's degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
Join us in building a better future for Arizona!
SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That's why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
- Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
- Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
- Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
- Short and long-term disability plans
- Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
- 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
The manager is responsible for management of the Technology Innovation (TI) Lab. This position also manages Protection, Automation & Control (PAC) training programs to ensure personnel are skilled in all phases of current and future industry technologies and provides a well-developed program that incorporates On-the-Job training (OJT) and related instruction. The manager responsibilities also include the management of PAC's research & development projects (lab & field pilots) on emerging protection, automation, and control operational technologies in support of corporate strategies.
What You'll Do
- Manages PAC's training programs to ensure employees are skilled in all phases of the industry and provide a well-developed program that incorporates On-the-Job training (OJT) and related instruction.
- Supervises the use of contractors/employees for developing and/or delivering training material.
- Collaborates with business departments within PAC to develop a holistic training approach.
- Schedules and assigns Subject Matter Experts for training delivery.
- Assists with PAC's R&D development roadmap. Seek out, identify, develop, initiate, and manage research projects of pertinence and interest to SRP and the department.
- Manages and oversees engineering support performing functional testing of new technologies in support of department's strategic plans. Develops test plans and documents results.
- Directs engineers/technicians in performing value engineering analysis.
Manages the Technology Innovation (TI) Lab on behalf of PAC and stakeholders including:
- Managing lab O&M budget and provide reports to stakeholders
- Assisting with R&D development roadmap to keep lab facility up to date
- Supervising facility updates and major equipment changes or redesigns
- Maintaining physical needs of the lab
- Providing a lab single point of contact to outside groups
- Ensuring personnel and lab equipment safety during training
- Assisting with troubleshooting of lab circuitry and lab testing
- Maintaining lab information system by identifying information needs and problems
- Recommending process improvements to lab use and training implementation
- Preparing training facility for trainings, labs, and tours
What It Takes To Succeed
- Completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution that prepares the employee for the assignment.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as an engineer, protection specialist or related field.
Experience
A minimum of seven years of related experience is required (if no degree, 11 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience totaling 11 years).
Education
A bachelor's degree related to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona. We are taking steps to protect the health and well-being of all team members, and by following a number of health and safety protocols, to reduce the risk of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.