2025-04-24
EPRI
Other
/yr
employee
contract
Charlotte
North Carolina
28202
United States
Position Title: Distribution Structure Design Technical Leader
Requisition ID: REQ-3686
Position Type: Full time
About Us:
EPRI provides thought leadership, industry expertise, and collaborative value to help the electricity sector identify issues, technology gaps, and broader needs that can be addressed through effective research and development programs for the benefit of society.
EPRI is seeking an energetic and experienced individual to lead our overhead distribution structure research and engage industry stakeholders. This person will manage projects, develop new business opportunities, and advance the state of the art in overhead distribution research. This role requires strong technical, communication, and project management skills to conduct research to advance the safety and reliability of electric distribution systems. To be successful in this role, the candidate needs passion for technical topic of overhead distribution structure design and material selection.
Key Responsibilities and Requirements:
Project Management:
Lead and manage overhead distribution structure research projects from inception to completion.
Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, research project managers, and environmental specialists.
Monitor project progress, identify internal and external resources to support project completions, and provide updates to internal and external stakeholders.
New Business Development:
Identify and pursue new business opportunities related to overhead distribution structures.
Develop proposals and presentations for potential clients and stakeholders.
Build and maintain relationships with key industry partners and clients.
Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies in overhead distribution structures.
Research and Analysis:
Lead overhead distribution structure research activities to advance the state of the art.
Analyze data and generate reports to support decision-making and project planning.
Stay updated on the latest research and developments in overhead distribution structure design, materials and line components.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Engage with industry stakeholders to promote and implement research findings.
Organize and participate in industry conferences, workshops, and seminars.
Foster partnerships with industry leaders, regulatory bodies, and research organizations.
Additional Requirements:
Strong project management skills with experience in leading complex projects.
Excellent communication and presentation skills for business development and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to analyze and interpret data, with strong research skills.
Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards in the electric utility industry.
Proficiency in using advanced technologies, such as remote sensing.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Has developed relationships with primary advisors to a research area.
Assists the EPRI sales staff in Member Services and EPRI International.
Communicate work across EPRI programs to make sure parallel work is informed.
May provide oversight of a project team to assure technical and financial milestones are met.
Develops research or services opportunities of value to EPRI members that fit EPRI’s mission and capabilities. This will include solving customer problems, producing insights and information vital to the members, and delivering information in a manner that members and customers can and will apply.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
Education & Years of experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required
8+ years of professional experience required
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